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Set of 3 Swedish Orrefors "Puck" Crystal Votive Candle Holders by Lena Bergström
By Lena Bergström, Orrefors
Located in London, England
Set of 3 circular "Puck" votive or tea light candle holders by Sweden's Orrefors with its minimalistic circular design connecting "pure crystal’s similarities to ice". The product ...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Crystal

Set of Four "BOLERO" Candle Holders By Timo Sarpaneva
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of four 1970’s “Bolero” candle holders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Findland. Measurements S-5.5” D 1.75” M- 5.5” D, H 2.75” L- 5.5”D, 3.75”H
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Blown Glass

Mid-20th Century Italian Murano Gold Flake Candleholders in Flower Shape
Located in Delft, NL
, containing the candle with 6 leaves in clear and green, pink or blue glass colors on a round base. The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Triangular Archipelago Candleholder for Iittala
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage Scandinavian art glass triangular "Archipelago' candleholder by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Pair Ercole Barovier for Barovier and Toso Cordonato D Oro Murano double candles
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
artistic director, designer and owner of Barovier & Toso is unprecedented in the history of Murano glass
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Blown Glass

Toothpick/Candle Holder Rostrati Series by Barovier Toso Murano Italy 1950/60s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
Toothpick/candle holder from the Rostrati series by Barovier & Toso. The color tends towards light green. The Barovier company is the oldest glassworks in the world, having been foun...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Murano Glass

Pair of Crystal Candle Holders Scandinavian Modern Kosta Boda Style
By Kosta Boda, Goran and Ann Warff
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage candle holders in iconic Snowball shape were designed in 1970s by Ann Wolff for Kosta Boda; their shape and texture that seem to actually be made of snow. Complex texture ref...
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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Hand Cast Bronze Candle Holder w/ Reticulated Pierced silver-plated Lamp Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This vintage brass reticulated shade features intricate openwork, casting elegant patterns when lit. With a warm patina and sturdy metal frame, it’s perfect as a lampshade, candle co...
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1950s American High Victorian Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Claw Footed Antique Brass Storm Lamps
Located in Montréal, QC
Pair of Claw Footed Antique Brass Storm Lamps. Nicely patinated. Includes glass shades.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Silver, Brass

7 candelholders Hans Agne Jakobsson Sweden 1970
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare set of 7 candelholders by Hans Agne Jakobsson Marked - Sweden 1970 Nice vintage condition Size is from 12 to 22 cm
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Vintage Candle Holders Round w/removeable inner tubes Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Elevate your ambiance with the charm of Vintage Candle Holders - a set of four exquisite round holders featuring removable inner tubes. Crafted with a nod to the classic design sensi...
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20th Century North American Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Glass

Pair of Swedish Iron Candleholders
Located in New York, NY
1960s Swedish iron and glass candleholders.
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Iron

Set of Five Freddie Andersen Clear Drops Oil Lamps Brass Candleholder, Denmark
By Freddie Andersen
Located in Krefeld, DE
Germany in the 1970s. In good condition. Price for the set. Looks beautiful with colored lamp oil. Glass
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Candle Holder
By Odel
Located in Oslo, NO
Charming candle holder in brass and colored glass. Designed and manufactured in Norway by Odel
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Pair of Murano glass candlesticks, Goldoni figurines, Italy, 1980s
Located in Vicenza, VI
Pair of candelabra made around the 1980s from murano glass with gold dust. The two subjects represent a couple, Knight and Lady, wearing typical Venetian costumes. The male figure m...
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1980s Italian Other Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Gold Leaf

1960s Orrefors Crystal Votive Candle Holder
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Orrefors Crystal Votive Candle Holder Sweden signed 3.75 h x 4.5 diameter Original vintage Refer to images listed
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Pair Hurricane Shades By Royal Leerdam, Williamsburg Reproductions
Located in Doraville, GA
Pair of vintage hand blown hurricane shades. The shades are reproductions of antique shades found in the upstairs hall of the Governors Palace in historic Williamsburg, Virginia. The...
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1970s Dutch American Colonial Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Blown Glass

Scandinavian Modern Candle Holder, Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall ca 1950 s
By Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern candle holder, Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall ca 1950's. Brass and rattan. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Pair of Vintage Blenko Candle Holders, circa 1970
By Blenko Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Vintage Blenko Candle Holders circa 1970
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Pair Of Colonial Williamsburg Hurricane Shades Manufactured By Royal Leerdam
Located in Doraville, GA
Williamsburg Reproductions, Craft House in Williamsburg, Virginia sold high quality reproductions of antiques belonging to the foundation to raise funds for restorations at Colonial ...
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1970s American American Colonial Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Blown Glass

1980s Ottaviani Italy Candle Holder Silver 925 Crystal Rogaska Special
By Ottaviani
Located in Biella, IT
Ottaviani Italy design candelholder special edition silver 925 and crystal made in Rogaska years 1980 the crystal is in very good condition and rare. Measure: height 7 inc x ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Silver

Cristal Arte Candleholder, Italy 1960s
By Cristal Arte
Located in Milan, IT
Cristal Arte candleholder, Italy 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Chrome

Engraved Orrefors Molded Crystal Flower Candle Holders Erika Lagerbielke, Six
By Orrefors
Located in Miami, FL
Set of six clear molded crystal flower candle holders designed by Erika Lagerbielke and made by Orrefors Sweden. Engraved at the base, Orrefors. Each flower is heavy and pretty to ar...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Crystal

Blown Glass Candlestick, 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Blown glass candlestick, 1960 Measures: H 9 cm, D 10 cm.
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1960s Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Blown Glass

Cast-Glass Candlestick Lamp
Located in New York, NY
With columnar base comprised of stacked glass spherules, on a circular, domed base, with faux wick
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Chrome

Pair of Molded Amethyst Glass Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940s French molded amethyst glass candlesticks. Measurements: Height 7.5"
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1940s French Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Glass

Pair Electrified Antique Swirl Glass Candlesticks
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant Pair of Converted Swirl Glass Candlesticks with a lovely Clear and Light presence and
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Other

Pair of Glass Candlestick Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of electrified circa 1950s French amethyst glass candlestick lamps. Measurements: Height
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1950s French Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Glass

Crystal and Glass Candlesticks Candelabras, Pair
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of two arm, three light, transparent glass candelabras with crystal drop prisms
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Crystal

Pair of Cast-Glass Candlestick Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Each with a faux-wax sleeve neck, on a columnar base of clear glass spheres on a round base.
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20th Century Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Glass

Hand-Blown Glass Candlestick Holder, Signed Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful candlestick holder in hand blown smoked glass, signed and dated. The piece is in very
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Glass

Pair of 1980 s Glass Candlestick Lamps.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of candlestick glass form lamps in shades of Ivory. Mauve and Gray. The lamps are mounted on
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass, Lucite

Gullaskruf, Sweden, square-shaped glass vase and candlestick in blue art glass.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gullaskruf, Sweden, square-shaped glass vase and candlestick in blue art glass. Modernist design
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Late 20th Century Swedish Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Drip-Proof Glass Saucers for Chandeliers or Candlesticks
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Drip-proof glass saucers for candlesticks or chandeliers: that's a very useful thing under the
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Late 20th Century French Other Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Wonderful Pair Mid Century Modern Murano Art Glass Candlestick Lamps
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Mid Century Modern Murano Style Art Glass Candlestick Lamps Rewired With Each
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Large Pair Italian Murano Glass Figural Tulip Vases / Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large pair of Italian Murano glass figural tulip vases or candlesticks,  Italy, 1970s  A beautiful
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Murano Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Crystal Clear Gold Italian Art Glass Candlestick Sculpture
By Barovier&Toso, Ercole Barovier
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Italian art glass duck sculpture, with candleholder on the head. The piece is attributed to designer
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Crystal, Gold Leaf

Solid Polished Brass Candlestick Lamp Frosted Glass Petal shade
Located in New Orleans, LA
A quality polished solid brass candlestick accent lamp with a handmade frosted glass petal shade
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1980s American William IV Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

1980s Danish Combined Glass Vases - Candlesticks by Michael Bang for Holmegaard
By Michael Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Knebel, DK
1980s Danish Combined Glass Vases - Candlesticks by Michael Bang for Holmegaard The two flexible
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1980s Danish Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Drip-proof Glass Saucers for Candlesticks or Chandeliers: 9 Items
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Drip-proof glass saucers for candlesticks or chandelier. In ancient times they were used to collect
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Late 20th Century French American Classical Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Barovier Toso Murano Jade Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Double Candlestick
By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Beautiful, and large, vintage Murano hand blown jade green with gold flecks Italian art glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Gold Leaf

Gunnar Ander, Ystad Metall, candelabra candlestick, brass glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Ystad-Metall, Gunnar Ander
Located in Forserum, SE
manufacturer Ystad Metall. Crafted from brass, it features five candleholders with blue glass sleeves. The
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Seguso Vetri d’Arte Murano Modernist Glass Torchère or Altar Candlestick
By Seguso Vetri d Arte
Located in Atlanta, GA
A signed Murano art glass altar candlestick or torchère, attributed to Seguso Vetri d’Arte, mid
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

Pair French Empire Style Gilt and Cut Glass Candlestick Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair French Empire Style Giltand and cut glass candlestick lamps A pair of Empire style gilt
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20th Century French Empire Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Candlestick / Candelabra Gunnar Ander Ystad metall 50s mid century modern glass
Located in Boden, SE
Brass candlestick designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Three candle holders of different
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Murano White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Seashell Candlesticks and Bowl Set
By Alfredo Barbini, Barovier&Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
Gorgeous set of vintage Murano hand blown white and gold flecks Italian art glass conch shell
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Gold Leaf

1970s Candlestick Green Sommerso Style Crystal Glass by Josef Schott Zwiesel
By Josef Schott, Schott Zwiesel
Located in Andernach, DE
Chunky, with a brutalist touch, handcrafted Sommerso style crystal glass candle holder, candlestick
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

A circa 1970 s Swedish iron candlestick with green glass. Measurements: Height:
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1970's Swedish iron candlestick with green glass. Measurements: Height: 13" Width: 11
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1970s Swedish Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Iron

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Glass Candlesticks Fontana Arte Style
By Fontana Arte
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Beautiful pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern brass pedestal candleholders with glass bases in the
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

Art Glass Bowl and Candlesticks by Anna Ehrner for Kosta Boda, 1980s
By Kosta Boda
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick and heavy conical art glass bow and two matching candlesticks from Kosta Boda in Sweden
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1980s Swedish Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Glass

Pair of Candlesticks Representing Carved Wood Eagles with Brass Beaks and Glass
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and rare candlesticks or table lamps are made of carved wood eagles with brass beaks
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Brass

James Mont MCM Gilt Brass Candlestick Lamp With Frosted Glass Flame Shade
By James Mont
Located in New Orleans, LA
frosted glass flame shade. Suited to Chinoiserie, Hollywood Regency, Modernist, Midcentury, Boho
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Brass

Pair of French candle holders, photophores, candlesticks, glass and black metal
Located in Valladolid, ES
Pair of beautiful French candle holders, photophores, candlesticks, glass, and black metal
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1990s Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Crystal, Steel

Mid 20th Century French Cubist Still Life Painting Glass Dome Candlestick
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist still life indistinctly signed, dated 1950's signed watercolour on artist paper, unframed Painting: 15 x 18 inches Provenance: Private collection, Paris Condition: Great condi...
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Watercolor

Tall Pair Rembrandt Lamp Co. White Candlestick Lamps with Glass Shades, 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
. Featuring slim white candlesticks, and White glass liner shades on Round base. Patinated brass details
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1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Metal, Brass

Tiffany Studios Favrile Candlestick Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
extraordinary example of Tiffany’s iconic iridescent Favrile glass. The lamp’s elegant candlestick base
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Tiffany Studios Favrile Candlestick Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
extraordinary example of Tiffany’s iconic iridescent Favrile glass. The lamp’s elegant candlestick base
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Glass Candlesticks Glass

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Art Glass

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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 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 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 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.