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Kosta Boda Brava Glass Candlesticks by Ann Göran Wärff — Set of Two, Sweden
By Goran and Ann Warff, Kosta Boda
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
A beautiful pair of “Brava” glass candlesticks designed by the celebrated Swedish artists Ann
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Ornate pair of mid century brass and cut glass decorative candlesticks
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Ornate pair of mid century brass and cut glass decorative candlesticks circa 1950 Machined brass
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Mid-20th Century French Victorian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Marble, Brass

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
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1980s French Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Set of Two Mid Century Light Green Glass Candlesticks, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of two midcentury Polish modern glass candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. No
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Pair Of Vintage Candlesticks, English, Glass, Decorative Candle Nozzle, C.1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage candlesticks. An English, glass decorative candle nozzle, dating to the
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Late 20th Century British Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of Two Mid-Century Deep Blue Glass Candlesticks, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of two mid-century Polish modern glass candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. No
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Pair of Modernist Candlesticks in Translucent and Acquamarine Glass by Littala
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of candlesticks were realized by the esteemed design firm Littala in Finland
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20th Century Finnish Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Murano Glass

Vintage Mdina Candle Stand, Maltese, Art Glass, Candlestick Holder, Circa 1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Mdina Candle Stand. A Maltese, art glass candlestick holder and wax dish, dating
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Late 20th Century Maltese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Signed Cenedese Tall Trio / Set of Turquoise Murano Glass Candlestick Holders
By Antonio da Ros, Cenedese
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
candlestick holders attributed to Antonio da Ros for Cenedese Vetri Murano glass. Made of green / turquoise
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Cube Candlestick Ice Cubes in Glass by Peill Putzler
By Peill Putzler
Located in Verviers, BE
Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of Three Danish Modern "Princess" Glass Bubble Candlesticks by Holmegaard
By Holmegaard
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice set of three Danish modern "Princess" glass bubble candlesticks by Holmegaard, circa 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Huge Seguso Vetri d Arte White Scavo Murano Glass Candlestick Holder Candelabra
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Monumental, large and elegant vintage Italian 21 inch tall 'a Scavo' white colored / coloured glass
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Pentti Sarpaneva for Turun Hopea, Maljakko Candlestick in Smoky Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Pentti Sarpaneva for Turun Hopea. Maljakko candlestick in smoky art glass with brass mounting
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Sunflower Glass Candlesticks Pair, Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970
By Holmegaard, Kosta Boda, Tapio Wirkkala, Göran Wärff, Iittala
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Crystal glass candle holders, design by Göran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden in the 1970s. Set of 2
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Marco de Gueltz Sandblasted Glass Candlesticks or Candle Holders, France 1980s
By Marco de Gueltz, Marco de Gueltzl
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of unique postmodern sculptural candlesticks or candle holders rendered in hand cut and
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Large Green Glass Candlestick by Vetri Taddei di Empoli, Italy, 1940s
By Vetrerie di Empoli
Located in Milan, IT
Large Green Glass Candle Stick by Vetri Taddei di Empoli
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks Red, Purple, Green Glass Brass Sweden
By Goran and Ann Warff, Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall
Located in Brussels, Brussels
town of Ystad in Sweden. Candle-holders in solid, polished brass on a base of clear glass with an
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Pair of space-age 4-flame candlesticks, glass and metal, Germany, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pair of glass candlesticks designed and produced in Germany in the 1980s. Set of two geometric
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1980s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Crystal

Fostoria "Heirloom" Candle Holders
By Fostoria Glass Company
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 Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Monumental Ruby Gold Tall Murano CandleStick by Barovier Toso Venitian Glass
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier C.
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking Italian Venitian glass in ruby red with gold speckles, a showstopper can be used as a
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Princess House Sapphire Crystal Candlestick Glass Flower Shaped 1980s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Princess House Cobalt and Clear Glass Flower Shaped Candle Holders 1980s. Sapphire Crystal
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Late 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Signed Renata Gandini Modernist Clear Glass 24kt Gold Candlesticks
By Arte Verto
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of signed modernist candlesticks was designed for Arte Vetro Soffiato by Renata
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20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Gold

Hans-Ange Jakobsson Brass And Frosted Glass Candlesticks, Made In Sweden
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Doraville, GA
glass globes. The tallest candlestick measures approximate 16 3/4 inches tall, the smaller candlestick
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Vintage Candlesticks in Acrylic Glass and Chrome-plated Metal, 1970s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
2 Vintage Candlesticks - acrylic glass and chrome-plated metal, classic design - Italy 1970s - Mid
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20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Metal

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden. Candlestick holder in brass and glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden. Candlestick holder in brass and clear art glass shaped like
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1950s Swedish Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Large Pair of 1950s Pauly Co Italian Venetian Murano Glass Candlestick Holders
By Pauly Co.
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
glass candlestick holders by Pauly & Co. with fine blue spiral canes and gold inclusions. Beautiful
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Murano Glass

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Brass candlestick holder with blue glass sleeves
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden. Brass candlestick holder with blue glass sleeves. For two
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1960s Swedish Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Set of Two Mid Century Light Rose Pink Glass Candlesticks, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of two midcentury Polish modern glass candlesticks, circa 1960. Very good condition. No
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 6 Glass Festivo Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, Finland, 1960s
By Kaj Franck, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 6 'Festivo' glass candle holders. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva 1967 and made by Iittala in
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 3 CANDLESTICKS VENINI FOR PIERRE CARDIN 1970s/ art glass/ signed
By Venini, Pierre Cardin
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Set 3 OF CANDLESTICKS VENINI FOR PIERRE CARDIN 1970s/ art glass/ signed..... DI
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Cenedese Pair of Candlesticks in Blue Murano Glass Ball Opaque Italian, 1960s
By Cenedese
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Cenedese pair of candlesticks in blue Murano glass ball opaque, 1960s, Italian design.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Murano Glass

Lot Three Swedish Modern Art Glass Candlesticks by Vallien for Kosta Boda
By Kosta Boda, Ulrica Hydman-Vallien
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Lot of three large hand blown glass candlestick holder designed by Swedish glass artist Ulrica
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1990s Swedish Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Italian Gold and Emerald Green Glass Candlesticks by Flavio Poli for Seguso
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian handblown gold and emerald glass candlesticks by Flavio Poli for Seguso, Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Candlesticks in Glass by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1960s, Set of 3
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in KUTNO, PL
decided to design a wine glass that would hold an entire bottle of this dry beverage. Thus the idea of a
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 3 Brutalist Glass Candlesticks by Göran Wärff, Kosta Boda Sweden 1970
By Kosta Boda, Iittala, Göran Wärff, Holmegaard, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Brussels, Brussels
. Great design in colourless glass with a brutalist touch. Dimensions: Tall candlestick: Height 24 cm
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Pr. Art Glass Candlesticks made in Romania by Ion Tamaian c. 1970 s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of art glass candlesticks, made by the noted Romanian craftsman, Ion Tamain. Both
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Late 20th Century Romanian Post-Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Jacques Adnet Candlesticks Wood Brass Glass French Mid Century Modern
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous pair of Candlesticks in the style of French Designer Jacques Adnet. Each candlestick holds
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Crystal, Brass

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Candlestick holder in brass and blue art glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden. Candlestick holder in brass and blue art glass shaped like
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1950s Swedish Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Karl Springer Midcentury Venetian Amber Scavo Glass Candlestick by Segu
By Seguso, Karl Springer
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 3 Karl Springer Midcentury Venetian Scavo Glass Candlesticks with Amber tops and White bases
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20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 3 Karl Springer for Seguso Italian Venetian Gray Scavo Glass Candlesticks
By Karl Springer, Seguso
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 3 Italian Venetian-style (circa 1980) candlesticks in graduating heights in gray pebble
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Two Candlesticks in Brass and Blue Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Two candlesticks in brass and blue art glass shaped like flowers
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Two Candlesticks in Brass and Clear Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Two candlesticks in brass and clear art glass shaped like flowers
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Candlesticks for AB Sweden c1970 s, Set (3)
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Miami, FL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Candlesticks for AB Sweden 1970s, Set (3) Offered for sale is
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Egermann Bohemian Ruby Red Cut to Clear Crystal Glass Candlestick 1960s
By Friedrich Egermann
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Egermann Bohemian ruby red cut-to-clear bird and castle etched art glass candlestick
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Mid-20th Century Czech Bohemian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Crystal

Murano, Italy, a Pair of Low Candlesticks in Green and Clear Art Glass, 1960/70s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Murano, Italy. A pair of low candlesticks in green and clear art glass. 1960/70s. In perfect
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1960s Italian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Sterling Silver Hurricane Candlesticks
By Mueck-Cary
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We’re just thrilled to offer you this pair of sterling silver candlesticks with red glass hurricane
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1940s American Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Hurricane Candlesticks
By Fisher Brothers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
was reflected in the style and decor of that period. These candlesticks have original hurricane glass
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1940s American Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

A pair of Textured Crystal Candleholders, by Staffan Gellerstedt for Pukeberg
By Pukeberg Sweden, Staffan Gellerstedt
Located in Bochum, NRW
candlesticks is crafted from cast lead crystal glass and features a heavily textured design with abstract
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Set of 2 Vintage Stem Glasses Handblown Studio Glass with Abstract Color Swirl
Located in Bochum, NRW
Pair of artisan handblown wine glasses showcase a unique abstract swirl of color embedded within
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Glass Centerpieces
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a pair of etched, and hand-blown glass centerpieces. Both have unique
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20th Century Italian Edwardian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Cut Glass

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda. Tall candlestick holder made of glass and cast iron
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda. Tall candlestick holder made of mouth-blown glass and cast iron
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Porcelain

1950s Murano Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of winged swan candlesticks. Lots of gold flecks and opaline glass. Hand blown. Italian
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

Large 1960s Murano Glass Clown Fruit Harvest, Italian Art Glass
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautifully crafted artwork from Murano around 1960. The large clown is wearing baggy breeches actually in the shape of eggplants, a gorgeous bow to harvest and fruit season. A golde...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Murano Glass

Winged Glass Candle Stick
Located in Houston, TX
Winged Glass Candle Sticks. Amazing hand made with a pair of twisting black edged blue ribbons
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass, Paint

Pair of Glass Spiral Statues
Located in South Salem, NY
Pair of glass candlesticks with an elegant, barley twist design, circa mid-20th century. Please
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1970s French Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors. Four art glass candle holders in crystal glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, Sweden. Four art glass candleholders in crystal glass, two different
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Crystal

Sterling Candlesticks
By Empire Art Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A whimsical pair of sterling silver candlesticks for the person who wants something casual yet chic
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1960s American Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of vintage glass candlesticks glass you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and silver. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of vintage glass candlesticks glass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of vintage glass candlesticks glass made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of vintage glass candlesticks glass over the years, but those crafted by Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala and Hans-Agne Jakobsson are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass?

Prices for a piece of vintage glass candlesticks glass start at $20 and top out at $32,000 with the average selling for $976.

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 Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for a marking that indicates the maker. By researching the manufacturer using trusted online resources, you can learn when it produced pieces similar to yours and get a rough idea of your glassware's age. Any glass produced between 20 and 99 years ago is vintage. If you need assistance with the dating process, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To tell if glass is vintage, first look for markings, often located on the bottom or inside of glassware. By researching the mark via online resources, you can determine the maker and learn more about your piece. Any glassware produced between 20 and 100 years ago qualifies as vintage, while older pieces are antique. In the event that you can't find any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide variety of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Slag glass is pressed opaque glass that has colored streaks throughout. It was used in everything from lamp shades to decorative bowls. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic slag glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage glass, you will need to figure out if your item is between 20 and 99 years old. The easiest way to do so is first to determine the maker by looking for and then researching any markings present on the glassware. Unfortunately, vintage glass is often marked with paper and foil labels, which tend to come loose with use. As a result, experience and expertise are often necessary to accurately perform the identification process, so you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer weigh in if your glassware is unmarked. Find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Murano glass is vintage, it's usually necessary to conduct some online research using trusted sources. Start by looking for a maker's mark and then cross-referencing it with images published online to determine who made your piece. By learning more about the manufacturer and what they produced over the years by reading histories and exploring product catalogues, you can estimate the rough age of your piece. For Murano glass to be considered vintage, it must be between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are classified as antique. If you need assistance with dating your glassware, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some vintage glass is worth something. Collectors are often on the hunt for pieces produced by certain makers, such as Blenko, the Culver Glass Company, Dorothy Thorpe, Libbey, Georges Briard and Arcoroc. In addition to who manufactured it, the style, type, age and condition of vintage glassware all impact the potential value. For assistance with the valuation process for pieces in your collection, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage glassware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a glass vase is vintage, first research the maker. Look for markings on the inside and base, and then research them using trusted online resources to determine who produced your vase. By looking at when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours, you can typically roughly estimate its age. If your vase is between 20 and 99 years old, it is vintage. Vases that are 100 years old or older are antiques. For help with dating, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of glass vases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your vintage glasses are gold, look on the nose bridge and the temples for a purity mark. Makers often stamped their solid gold pieces with “12K,” “10K,” “14K” and other markings to identify their gold eyewear. You can research all of these markings using trusted online resources. Should you locate a "GF" mark, it is likely that your glasses are gold-filled rather than solid gold. This means that the frames are predominantly a less expensive metal but do have a thin layer of genuine gold alloy as a finish. Another mark that indicates your glasses contain some gold is "RGF." The mark stands for “rolled gold filled.” Glasses bearing this mark feature a gold-plated finish that is thinner than what's found on traditional gold-filled frames. For assistance identifying your eyeglass frame material, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To tell if vintage Cartier glasses are real, first look for the brand's logo on the outside of the arms. It should be spelled correctly and in the French luxury fashion house's iconic gold-toned italic font. Because some vintage pieces may lack serial numbers and other markings used to identify contemporary eyewear, you may wish to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance with authentication. Explore a selection of Cartier glasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The easiest way to tell if a bead is glass or plastic is to feel it. Glass beads will be cooler to the touch, whereas plastic beads will be closer to room temperature and warm up quickly in your hands. Another test you can perform is to listen to the sound. Glass has a distinctive ring since it’s harder whereas plastic is softer and has a duller sound. Shop a range of vintage glass bead pieces on 1stDibs.