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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj Unique Piece Dimensions: D 90 x W 90 x H 42 cm Materials: Metal This collection aims to offer completely unique pieces. Each is diffe...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Bronze Candelabra by Mary Brōgger
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze Candelabra by Mary Brogger Dimensions: W 61 cm x D 71 cm x H 104 cm. Materials: Bronze with Silver Nitrate Patina. Also available in other finishes and dimensions. Mary ...
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2010s American Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj Unique Piece Dimensions: D 90 x W 90 x H 42 cm Materials: Metal This collection aims to offer completely unique pieces. Each is diffe...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Set of 2 Maat Candleholder by SB26
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Maat candleholder by SB26 Dimensions: W 8 x D 8 x H 50 cm / W 8 x D 8 x H 30 cm Weight: 3.5 kg / 2.5 kg Materials: Polished blue steel, brushed and oxidized brass Maat...
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2010s French Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Steel

Silver Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder by Philippe Starck, France
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 ...
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2010s French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Candlestick in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Candlestick in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design Dimensions: W 20 x D 19 x H 30.5 cm Materials: Polished bronze.  
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2010s Brazilian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

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...
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2010s American Modern Candelabras

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Gold Leaf

Silver Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder Two Arms Philippe Starck, France
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 of the base, a Harcourt ca...
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Early 2000s French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilded Pewter Sculptured Candelabra by Prof. Ceccherini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Dramatic 1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilded Pewter Sculptural Candelabra by Prof. Ceccherini Make a striking statement with this exceptional 1970s Mid-Century Modern candelabra, a true ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Candelabras

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Metal

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...
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1970s English Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver

Serge Mansau, Set of Two Gradual Candelabras / Soliflor vases, France 1980s
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful set of two metal candelabras that can also double as soliflor vases by Serge Mansau, circa 1980s. In very good condition. Dimensions in cm ( H x L x l ) : 28 x 20 x 8 Se...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Under The Banyan Gold Candelabra Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Under The Banyan Gold Candelabra Stand Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Echoing ancient whispers of worship, each object captures the essence of the Banyan tree, believed to hol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Hand-Crafted Candelabra with Genuine Mother-of-Pearl and Massive Oak Wood
Located in Cairo, EG
Hand-crafted candelabra with genuine Mother-of-Pearl and massive Oak wood. With the core shaped like a twirling tornado, this candelabra is an embodiment of the winds of change and t...
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2010s Egyptian Modern Candelabras

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Mother-of-Pearl, Oak

Beautiful Baccarat Clear Ruby Red Crystal Candle Holder for 2 Candles, France
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 ...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Set of Three Crystal Glass Votive Candleholders by Kenzo Takada , Italy
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
This set of votive candleholders designed by Kenzo Takada for K3 are heavy, substantial and gorgeous. Because of the structured crystal glass, light reflects beautifully on it. Also...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

24-Karat Gold Triple Branch Candlesticks with Rock Crystals, Claude Boeltz, Pair
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...
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20th Century French Modern Candelabras

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Brass

Solid Brass Candleholder, Eleven, Handcrafted and Designed in Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
Milled from a solid piece of brass, the candelabrum is strikingly simple with its pair of passionately mated candles. Available in polished brass or darkened brass, these hand finish...
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2010s American Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

1 of the 2 Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabras for 2 Candles, France
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Emilia Castillo Silver-Plated Butterfly Candle Holder with Stone Inlay, Mexican
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming and highly collectible silver-plated candle holder designed and handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico by acclaimed artist Emilia Castillo, celebrated for her whimsical forms, vibra...
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1980s Mexican Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Emilia Castillo Silver-Plated Toucan Candlestick with Onyx Inlay, Taxco Mexico
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical and sculptural silver-plated candlestick designed and handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico by celebrated artist Emilia Castillo, renowned for her distinctive blend of natural mot...
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1980s Mexican Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Onyx, Silver Plate, Brass

Silver Dipped Bronze Sculptural Flower Candle Stick Holder, Brazil 1990s
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilian modern silver dipped bronze candle holder with flowers on vines. Signed by unknown artist, 1990s.
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Steve Cozzolino Modern Candle Stick Holder for Nambe
Located in Miami, FL
Modern single polished alloy candle stick holder designed by Steve Cozzolino for Nambe.
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Maat Candleholder M, L by SB26
Located in Geneve, CH
Maat candleholder by SB26 Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 65 cm 8 x 8 x 50 cm Materials: Polished blue steel, brushed and oxidized brass Maat candleholder, both balanced and structured, c...
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2010s French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Steel

Matte Black Candelabra by Daniele Giannetti
Located in Geneve, CH
Matte black candelabra by Daniele Giannetti Dimensions: Ø 29 x H 14 cm. Materials: Glazed terracotta. This candelabra can hold four candles. Also ...
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2010s Italian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Modernist Sterling Silver Candle Holders signed Domar
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary pair of sterling silver candle holders by Domar, crafted in Israel circa 1980, blends modernist sophistication with organic artistry. The sterling frames are adorn...
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1980s Israeli Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

Candleholder – Textured Brass Sandcasted Decorative Art by Unism
Located in Warszawa, PL
The Fluid Series Candle Holder, crafted using the sand-casting technique, is elegantly designed to host a single candle. Its integrated surrounding tray enhances the organic aestheti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Basket Natural Tan Leather Candleholder Fresh Spices Saddle Cedar Candle 123 Oz
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
We introduce our leather candleholder’s collection designed at our atelier, hand-made by leather artisans using top grade European cowhides that become sub-product from food industry...
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2010s Spanish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Leather, Glass

Basket Natural Tan Leather Candleholder, Spring Flowers Citrus Candle 123 Oz
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
We introduce our leather candleholder’s collection designed at our atelier, hand-made by leather artisans using top grade European cowhides that become sub-product from food industry...
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2010s Spanish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Leather, Glass

Basket, Navy Blue Leather Candleholder, Spring Flowers Citrus Candle 123 Oz
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
We introduce our leather candleholder’s collection designed at our atelier, hand-made by leather artisans using top grade European cowhides that become sub-product from food industry...
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2010s Spanish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Leather, Glass

Basket Navy Blue Leather Candleholder, Oud Wood Roses Scented Candle
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
We introduce our leather candleholder’s collection designed at our atelier, hand-made by leather artisans using top grade European cowhides that b...
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2010s Spanish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Leather, Glass

Basket, Navy Blue Leather Candleholder, Sweet Cinnamon Scented Candle 123 Oz
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
We introduce our leather candleholder’s collection designed at our atelier, hand-made by leather artisans using top grade European cowhides that become sub-product from food industry...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Leather, Glass

Baccarat Clear Crystal Candle Holder for 2 Candles, France
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 ...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

NSNG Stainless Steel Candleholder Extra Large
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair Sterling Silver Modernist Candelabra Denmark c 1955 The Waves Michelsen
Located in London, GB
A pair of beautiful Modernist Sterling Silver Candelabra each with 6 candle holders of graduated heights. Designed in Copenhagen in c. 1950 these ''Bolgeslag" The Waves candelabra combine elegant modern simplicity with soft wave forms to create a unique pair of Silver Candelabra that are both sculptural forms in their own right as well as useful candelabra. Made in c. 1955 in Copenhagen, Denmark. Designed by Ibi Trier Mørch in c. 1950 for Anton Michelsen. Approx. Total Weight - 1886g / 60.64oz Approx. Length - 24cm Approx. Height - 16.7cm Approx. Width - 22.2cm Each Candelabrum has a series of Danish / Copenhagen Silver marks including code B9/F9. This Pair of Modern Danish Silver Candelabra...
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20th Century Danish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Modern 3 Light Candelabras.
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of sterling silver candelabra with three lights. The structure has been realized by a smooth sheet of silver. The wave movement is realized with manufacturing by handmade. On the top three rounds candle-holders are placed to complete the object This modern style is suitable both for a house with minimalist furniture and in a baroque or empire style home, to lighten the visual impact and to stand out particularly from the dominant style. Italian silverware...
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1990s Italian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

NSNG Stainless Steel Candleholder S
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

NSNG Corroded Candelabrum 1
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras

Materials

Steel

NSNG Stainless Candlelabrum
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No screw no glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

NSNG Corroded Candelabrum 3
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras

Materials

Steel

Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candelabra for 4 Candles, France
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 ...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Pila Crystal Candle Holder Clear Black Onyx by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
The Pila Crystal Candle Holder presents a playful stacked arrangement in reference to the work of modernist architect Paul Rudolph. Reflecting the tension between built and organic f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Gold Baccarat Harcourt Our Fire Candle Holder by Philippe Starck, France
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

Pila Crystal Candle Holder Clear by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
The Pila Crystal Candle Holder presents a playful stacked arrangement in reference to the work of modernist architect Paul Rudolph. Reflecting the tension between built and organic f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Lily Candle Holder Silver by Greg Natale
Located in Sydney,, NSW
With softly undulating edges reminiscent of floating lily pads, the Lily Candle Holder brings a sculptural elegance to any surface. Cast as a high-polished dish, the Lily Candle Hold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver Plate

Seletti "Burlesque - The No Evil Monkeys" Five-Arm Chandelier, Black
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Resin

Mohenjo Daro Candelabra Gold in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Mohenjo Daro Candelabra Gold in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Echoes of brass rise from the Indus Valley. Inspired by the raw simplicity of Mohenjo-Daro, these objects pay tribute to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Pair of English Modern Classical Sterling Silver 3-Light Candelabra, 1926-1928
Located in New York, NY
Pair of George V sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Crichton Brothers in London in 1926-28. Each: Tapering columnar shaft on stepped foot; urn socket has domed cover with vasiform...
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1920s British Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholder, Varnished Brass
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 ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
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 ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
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 ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Rare Polished Stainless Steel Candle Tree by Xavier Feal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare polished stainless steel candle tree by Xavier Feal for Inox Industrie.
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1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

Seletti "Burlesque - The Wise Chimpanzee" Five-Arm Candelabra, White
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Resin

Rare Polished Stainless Steel Candle Tree by Xavier Feal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare polished stainless steel candle tree by Xavier Feal for Inox Industrie.
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1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Polished Stainless Steel Candle Tree by Xavier Feal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare polished stainless steel candle tree by Xavier Feal for Inox Industrie.
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1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

12 Candle Candelabra Holder
Located in Queens, NY
12 Candle Candelabra Holder
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20th Century Unknown Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
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 ...
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2010s Korean Modern Candelabras

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Eggshell

Set of 4 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
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 ...
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2010s Korean Modern Candelabras

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Eggshell

Modernist architectural candlestick by Roger Bonduel
Located in Haaltert, BE
Very large modernist architectural 4-armed candlestick by the Belgian sculptor Roger Bonduel (1930-2019) in welded and patinated steel. This candlestick is modularly constructed from...
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1970s Belgian Vintage Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Solid brass candle-holder handcrafted in Italy by 247LAB
Located in Saonara, IT
Handcrafted candle-holder model "HIDE CANDLE", made in brass; with its sober and elegant design, this piece perfectly fits into modern-contemporary context. Proudly Made in Italy, w...
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2010s Italian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Basket Natural Tan Leather Candleholder, Sweet Cinnamon Scented Candle 123 Oz
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
We introduce our leather candleholder’s collection designed at our atelier, hand-made by leather artisans using top grade European cowhides that become sub-product from food industry...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Leather, Glass

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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