Modern Candelabras
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
1 of the 2 Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabras for 3 Candles, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Blackbuck Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Blackbuck Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
The Blackbuck is an animal revered across cultures, and in India symbolic of purity and the divine. Our collection of cast brass ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
$1,100 / item
Andaman Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Andaman Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Hidden deep within the Andaman Islands, lies an ancient sanctuary of caves where time stands still. Shaped by nature’s hand, these ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Under The Banyan Bronze Candelabra Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Bronze Candelabra Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan tree, believed to hold th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabra for 3 Candles, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Harappa Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Harappa Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
From the heart of the Indus Valley, where civilization mastered form and function, this collection draws inspiration from the once ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
$1,270 / item
Under The Banyan Bronze Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Bronze Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan tree, believed to hold th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Satin Chrome Modern Design Metal Candelabra - Chorus by Karim Rashid 2004
By Umbra, Karim Rashid
Located in Glasgow, GB
"Chorus" a modern-style candelabra, designed in 2004 by award winning industrial designer Karim Rashid in collaboration with Umbra.
A wonderful and innovative shape: the candelabr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Chrome, Zinc
$153 Sale Price
36% Off
Thomas Roy Markusen Pair of Large Modernist Candleholders
Located in Miami, FL
Never used, American Modernist pair of handcrafted candleholders in nickeled copper, created by famed metal-smith Thomas Roy Markusen in 1980 in the United States. These unique pair ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Copper
Polished Brass Candelabra by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Josef Frank
Located in San Francisco, CA
A brass candelabra designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn with 9 candle holders.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholders, Silver-Nickel Plated, Set of 2
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholders, Varnished Brass, Set of 2
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Menorah Jewish Candelabrum in Blown Murano Glass, Vintage Murano Gallery 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
High-End Menorah Jewish Candelabrum in Blown Murano Glass, Vintage Murano Gallery 1970s.
This unique Murano glass masterpiece is one of the most...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Red Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder by Philippe Starck, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen.
The candelabra is made up of three sections: the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
1 of the 2 Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabras for 3 Candles, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Silver Plated Candelabras by Mesa, Italy
By Mesa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of silver plated candelabras designed and produced in Italy by Mesa.
Each candelabra is stamped on the bottom. They each me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver Plate
$3,300 / set
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Brass
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Seletti "Burlesque - The No Evil Monkeys" Five-Arm Chandelier, White
By Seletti
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras
Materials
Resin
Sculptural Toucan Silver Plate Candle Holder, Style of Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bold and whimsical two-light candle holder in the style of Emilia Castillo for Los Castillo, crafted in hammered copper with a silver-plated finish. The sculptural design features ...
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stone, Silver Plate, Copper
Circle Candle
Located in Chicago, IL
It is possible to have a candle that is circular, I guess so.
Category
2010s American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
$1,000 / item
Under The Banyan Gold Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Gold Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan tree, believed to hold the divine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
1 of the 2 Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabras for 2 Candles, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Belum Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Belum Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Hanging sculptures carved by minerals and water, stalactites are a vision to behold. Seemingly frozen in time yet imperceptibly growi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
$1,350 / item
Brass Horse Candelabrum by Franz Hagenauer
Located in San Francisco, CA
A brass four-arm candelabrum with stylized horse base. Marked "WHW Made in Austria" to underside. Model 1858, documented in the Wiener Werkstätte Archives at the Museum für Angewandt...
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Glory Lily Candelabra in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
The Glory Lily flower dances in paradox, embodying breathtaking beauty and potent power. A striking climber, it isn’t your typical delicate flower, holding medicinal properties to cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Saffron Candelabra Tall in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron captivates us all. Ancient Romans prized them for their fragrance, Egyptians for their healing touch, and M...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Signed 2001 J Anthony Atkins Glass Menorah and Shabbat Candlesticks Set
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A signed 2001 J Anthony Atkins glass menorah and shabbat candlestick set. This whole set is in very good condition. Each of the candlesticks pieces are not attached. All three items ...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Glass
Pair of 24kt Gold Double Branch Candlesticks with Rock Crystals, Claude Boeltz
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern candlesticks were realized in France by the esteemed artisan Claude Victor Boeltz. They offer an exploded form sculpted, by hand, and cast in...
Category
20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze
Saffron Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Saffron Candelabra in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
With moniker’s such as red gold, exquisite thread or golden light, saffron captivates us all. Ancient Romans prized them for their ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
$1,160 / item
Red Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder by Philippe Starck, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen.
The candelabra is made up of three sections: the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Valley Form Two Light Candelabras in Stainless Steel by Georg Jensen
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully sculpted Pair of Valley Form Two Light Candelabras in Stainless Steel are designed by esteemed silversmith and manufacturer George Jensen in Denmark during the 20th ...
Category
20th Century Danish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Hand-Blown Glass Rose Candle Sticks Pink Spring Flower Leaves Green
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Rose Candlestick, a breathtaking hand-blown glass candelabra by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite piece features a single candle holder, beautifully design...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Glass
fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Czech Clear Glass Trio Candelabras/Bud Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
The contemporary handcrafted set of two clear glass Trios Candelabras can serve as either a candelabra or bud vase. When used in multiples, endless playful arrangements can be create...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Candelabras
Materials
Glass
Candleholder – Brushed Brass Sandcasted Decorative Art by Unism
By Unism.Store
Located in Warszawa, PL
The product is made by sand casting - pouring molten aluminium or brass into sand moulds. Product surface is finished by hand-polishing to desired smoothness (brushed or polished) an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Candleholder – Aged Brass Sandcasted Decorative Art by Unism
By Unism.Store
Located in Warszawa, PL
The product is made by sand casting - pouring molten aluminium or brass into sand moulds. Product surface is finished by hand-polishing to desired smoothness (brushed or polished) an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Black Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder by Philippe Starck, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen.
The candelabra is made up of three sections: the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Contemporary Handmade Glass Rose Candelabra Flower Pink Leaves Green Romantic
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
A Hand-Blown Glass Candelabra by Simone Crestani, featuring 6 Candle Holders
The Rose Candelabra is a breathtaking piece by Simone Crestani, where the artistry of glassblowing trans...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Glass
12 Light French Modern Kinetic Silvered Metal Candelabra Centerpiece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
12 Light French Modern Kinetic Silvered Metal Candelabra Centerpiece
France, Circa 1980s
A unique 12-Light French Modern Kinetic Silvered Met...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal
$2,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Candleholder, Black Ceramic, Contemporary Art.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Contemporary candleholder, black ceramic, contemporary art.
Contemporary black ceramic candleholder inspired by the Cobra art movement of the 1960s. This original candleholder featu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 3 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The Tempera series is made with upcycled duck egg yolk discarded by the pharmaceutical industry which is bio-degradable. Every piece is hand-made, color and measurement may slightly ...
Category
2010s Korean Modern Candelabras
Materials
Eggshell
Set of 3 Chromed Metal Hexagon Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish set of 3 chromed metal hexagonal candle holders. The set can be set aside with each piece of placed apart. The hexagonal design and chrome finish give a very industrial clean...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Chrome
$148 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez.
One of a Kind.
Materials: Stoneware.
Dimensions: 11 x 7 x 16 H cm.
Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stoneware
$179 / item
Tommaso Barbi Candlestick
Located in Lugo, IT
Candelabra by Tommaso Barbi
Very good condition
Thank you
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
A Modern Brass Hannukah Menorah, Israel circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
This modern designed menorah was made at the start of the modern era in Israel in the 1930's
Menorah rests on a curved C-shaped base and has eight connecting pipe-shaped stems branc...
Category
Early 20th Century Israeli Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Vintage Solid Silver 830 Fine Candelabra, 3-Light, Modern design, from 1993
Located in Skien, NO
**Scandinavian Modern Solid Silver Candelabra, circa 1993**
A striking example of late 20th-century Scandinavian design, this elegant **830S solid silver** candelabra features a c...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 4 Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holders by Philippe Starck, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, these candleholders crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen.
The candelabras are made up of three sections: ...
Category
2010s French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Handcrafted Black
White Refined Marble Nova Candle Holder by Jacopo Simonetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Handcrafted Black & White Refined Marble Nova Candle Holder by Jacopo Simonetti
Dimensions:
Large version: Ø 17.5 x H 6 cm (or Ø 6.9 in x H 2.3 in)
Materials: Bianco Michelangelo and...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Marble
In Stock in Los Angeles, Cherry Blossom Glass Candleabra, Simone Crestani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Cherry blossom menorah glass sculpture, designed and created by Simone Crestani.
Designed by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Glass
$3,069 Sale Price
44% Off
1 of the 2 Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabras for 3 Candles, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Artist Made Sculptural Freeform Brass Candleholders by Daniel Miller - A Pair
By Daniel Miller
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of unique brass candle holders by American artist Daniel Miller
1984
Delicate freeform design in coiled brass that seamlessly flows into conical taper candle holders
Set includ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Round Candleholder, Varnished Brass
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Saman Candle Holder by Chandler McLellan
Located in Geneve, CH
Saman Candle Holder by Chandler McLellan
Dimensions: D 19.05 x W 21.6 x H 45.1 cm.
Materials: Metal.
A sculptural candle holder. Inspired by grounded whimsey and the hug of a rain tree...
Category
2010s American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal
$837 / item
Set of 2 Long Candleholders in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 long candleholders in polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 8 x D 8 x H 41 cm
Materials: Polished bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
Folpo Ceramic Sculpture by Massimo Giacon for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Candle holder and pocket emptier limited edition ceramic part of the "Pop Will Eat Himself" collection designed by Massimo Giacon and produced by Superego Editions. Signed and number...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Ceramic
Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez
One-of-a-Kind
Materials: Stoneware
Dimensions: W 26 x D 9 x 24 H cm
Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics became a ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stoneware
$275 / item
OXALINO Offering Bowl – Pan Religious Decorative Candle Holder in Painted Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This unique and esoteric piece is designed to embrace material offerings and thanksgiving, serving as both a functional and aesthetically pleasing pan-religious decorative object.
N...
Category
2010s American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Gold Leaf
$2,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Silver Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder by Philippe Starck, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen.
The candelabra is made up of three sections: the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Garrard
Co Silver Four Sconce Three Branch Candelabra
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine quality silver three branch candelabra with four candle sconces by Garrard & Co of Regent Street, London and dated 1978. Often refe...
Category
1970s English Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver
Bronze Candelabra by Mary Brōgger
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze candelabra by Mary Brogger
One of a kind
Dimensions: W 71 cm x D 53 cm x H 109 cm
Materials: Bronze Includes sensor.
Mary Brogger is an internationally recognized artist...
Category
2010s American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
$28,944 / item
Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage candelabras created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern candelabras made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candelabras, popular names associated with this style include DAY Studio, Jover + Valls, Joost van Bleiswijk, and Kartell. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for candelabras differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $101 and tops out at $37,164 while the average work can sell for $812.
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