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Modern Candlesticks

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Namsai Candle Holder Large in Cane Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Namsai Candle Holder Large in Cane Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal A craft that naturally adheres to restraint and rhythm, cane weaving moves with quiet precision. From the nimble...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Contemporary European Block Pearl Candlestick In Green by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl and block shaped de...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Rosenthal Porcelain Angel Candlestick After Andy Warhol, Circa 1980
Located in Lille, FR
Porcelaine Angel Christmas Candlestick after Andy Warhol by Rosenthal, 1980s
Category

1980s Spanish Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Contemporary European Block Pearl Candlestick In Green by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl and block shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted components which are used to create moulds in different sizes. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in different sizes depending on the number of blocks. The candlesticks are cast in bio-resin with 30% recycled components and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure color consistency. Some of the candlesticks are subtly finished with hand painted gold patina to reflect the shimmer of the candle. Each one is made with a solid brass drip catcher and can be cast in a variety of colors. Working from her studio in London, as well as candlesticks, Margit creates artistic lighting...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vertigo Short and Tall Cream Onyx Stone Candleholders
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces ...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Ghidini 1961 Sticks Candleholder in Polished Brass by Campana Brothers
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Three crossed twigs are the memory of fire. An evocative and emotional object, a small table poetry. As always Campana Brothers take their inspiration by the lush and wild Brazilian ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4.5"W x 4"D x 8"H. Very good original vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

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 Candlesticks

Materials

Copper

Votive Holder in Selenite Large by Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Rock Crystal

Val Saint Lambert Belgian Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Val St. Lambert (signed at the base) Belgium, Late 20th Century Measures: 4.25"W x 4.25"D x 9.38"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Modern, Esnaf Navy Candle Holders, Set of 2
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Esnaf collection is inspired by the ever-curios carts and tools of street vendors of Istanbul. The collection takes its cues from the colorful and quirky geometric compositions of t...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Sheet Metal

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) Late 20th Century Measures: 3.5"W x 3.5"D x 9.25"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Green Palm Trees Candlesticks Hand Painted Made in Italy Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Light up your table with our palm trees candlestick Size small 15cm Size medium 25cm.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Sons of Marble Candle Holder Hurricane, Rose
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sons of Marble is a series of candleholders made of deep black marble, all with brass detailing. Sons of Marble are made to create a cosy atmosphere and can be mixed in different siz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Set of Eva Zeisel Candlesticks, USA 2007
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of Bronze candlesticks by Eva Zeisel in 2007 at 101 years of age, this is the complete set of sizes at 6”, 8” and 11”, From the “Originals” line, signed to base and no longe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Vertigo Short Bordeaux Onyx Stone Candleholder
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kin...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Onyx, Stone, Metal

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) Germany, Late 20th Century Each measures: 3.63"W x 3.63"D x 9.25"H. Good original vintage condition.
Category

Late 20th Century German Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4.25"W x 3.75"D x 9.25"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Toosh Incense Holder – Colorful Contemporary Cast Silicone Incense Burner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meet Toosh: a cheeky twist on the classic incense holder, crafted from flexible, heat-resistant silicone. Unbreakable and full of personality, it blends effortlessly into any interio...
Category

2010s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silicone

Orrefors Sweden Crystal Glass Ice Cube Candle Holder by Goran Warff 1980
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Glass Ice Cube Votive Candle Holder Design by Goran Warff - a Pair. Vintage 1980 Orrefors Crystal Cube candle holder designed by Göran Wärff. Crystal Votive C...
Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

European Contemporary Gold Sculptural Candlesticks by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned contemporary candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl-shaped d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks With Dragon Motif, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks with Chinese dragon motif By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) Late 20th Century Measures: 4.25"W x 4.25"D x 8.25"H. Very good original v...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Votive Holder in Pink Quartz Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Namsai Candle Holder Medium in Cane Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Namsai Candle Holder Medium in Cane Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal A craft that naturally adheres to restraint and rhythm, cane weaving moves with quiet precision. From the nimbl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Namsai Candle Holder Small in Cane Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Namsai Candle Holder Small in Cane Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal A craft that naturally adheres to restraint and rhythm, cane weaving moves with quiet precision. From the nimble...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vertigo Menorah Black Onyx Stone Candle Holder
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kin...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Pair of Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candle holders, France
Located in Rijssen, NL
This pair of candle holder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic visual effect. Baccarat is a French lu...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Votive Holder in Celestite Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Rock Crystal

Votive Holder in Selenite Classic by Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Rock Crystal

SignedGiuliano Tosi Set of Three Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Candelsticks
Located in Roma, IT
A set of three hand blown curves Cobalt Blue glass cased in clear glass. Murano glass candlesticks designed by Giuliano Tosi for Oggetti in the 1980s. All three candle sticks are sig...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of Albert Paley Blossom Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of blossom candlesticks by Albert Paley Studio. Forged and blackened steel with brass. Signed and dated [Albert Paley 1994].
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Albert Paley Blossom Candlesticks
Pair of Albert Paley Blossom Candlesticks
$5,544 Sale Price / set
51% Off
Lee Broom - Fulcrum Candlestick Black Marble - Small
Located in New York, NY
A play on the concept of pivots and supports, Fulcrum is a sculptural and monolithic candlestick whose cylindrical stem appears to balance on a central sphere. Includes large clear...
Category

2010s British Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Finnish Crystal Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful pair of Finnish crystal candleholders design by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in 1994. Both candleholders are signed, dated and retain the Iit...
Category

1990s Finnish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Jane Hamlyn Large Salt Glazed Studio Pottery Candle Stand
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A large and exceptional vintage British studio pottery candlestand by renowned potter Jane Hamlyn and made at Millfield Pottery near Doncaster probably in the latter 20th century. Th...
Category

20th Century British Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stoneware

Marcel Breuer Candle Stick for Gavina
Located in New York, NY
Nickel Plated Steel Candlestick by Marcel Breuer for Gavina. These were originally made as gifts by Dino Gavina. At some later date they were put into production. Made from 3 interlo...
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Large Pair of Marcel Crystal Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala
Located in Danville, CA
Large Pair of Marcel crystal candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala. Marcel, designed by Timo Sarpaneva, is one of the objects that was created for the new residence of the Presi...
Category

1990s Finnish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Colorful Candleholder, Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A unique piece Crystal candleholder made in Venice Colroful and bright this candleholder will make your table spark.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

21th Century Italian Sterling Silver Pair of Modern square Candlesticks
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of candlesticks in sterling silver completely handmade in a modern style. The base is square with steps while the stem, also square, is completely smooth with the upper part tha...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Modern, Heavy Brass Candlesticks by Bernt Karlsson by Gusum 1980, signed
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of purist candleholders in solid brass, designed by Bernt Karlsson for Gusum - Metallslöjden (metalworking company), Sweden. Designed by the talented Bernt Karlsson, these cand...
Category

1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Butterfly Ginkgo Candlesticks, Long Model made from Oxidised Nickel-plated Brass
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Butterfly Ginkgo candlesticks, long model - made from high quality natural and oxidised nickel-plated brass. Introducing the exquisite Butterfly Ginkgo candleholder, long model, cra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Set of Three Lucite and Brass Candlesticks by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous set of three polish brass and lucite candle holders by renowned American designer “Mr Lucite” Charles Hollis Jones. In great condition with minor wear consistent with age...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Medium 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 tribut...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Felix Agostini Modernist Gilt Bronze Candelabra, Candle-holder Candlestick
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your interior with the bold sophistication of this exceptional modern bronze candlestick, a striking tribute to the sculptural elegance reminiscent of Felix Agostini's work. Cr...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Tessellated Stone and Brass Candlesticks
Located in Denton, TX
Vintage set of three candlesticks in the style of Maitland Smith. A combination of brass and stone used candles are included if desired.
Category

20th Century Philippine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Brass

Tessellated Stone and Brass Candlesticks
Tessellated Stone and Brass Candlesticks
$600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Small 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Silver-Plated Modernist Triple Candle Holder 1960s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This modernist triple candle holder was likely produced in the 1960s during the height of Mid-Century Modern design. The piece features a distinctive geometric base with an angular, ...
Category

1960s Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Jens Quistgaard pair of cast iron and brass candlesticks for Dansk .Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great design in this pair of cast iron candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard , by Dansk, marked JHQ plus Denmark .
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Lee Broom - Fulcrum Candlestick Black Marble - Large
Located in New York, NY
A play on the concept of pivots and supports, Fulcrum is a sculptural and monolithic candlestick whose cylindrical stem appears to balance on a central sphere. Includes large clear...
Category

2010s British Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Candlesticks with White Orchid Design, Silver Plated.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of candlesticks with white orchid design, silver plated. Pair of contemporary candlesticks with white orchid design in silver-plated metal, 20th century. Enhance your ambience ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of "Luise" Silver-Plated Candlesticks by Lambert, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pair of "Luise" Silver-Plated Candlesticks by Lambert, 1960s This elegant pair of candlesticks was produced in the 1960s by the renowned German design house Lambert. The "Luise" mod...
Category

1960s German Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of Low Candlesticks with Iris Design, Gilt and Patinated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of low candlesticks with iris design, gilt and patinated metal. Pair of contemporary low candlesticks with iris design in gilt and patinated metal, 20th century. Candlestick: ...
Category

20th Century French Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Votive Holder in Clear Quartz Large by Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

Contemporary Sculpted Green Block Pearl Candlestick Set by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl and block shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted components which are used to create moulds in different sizes. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in different sizes depending on the number of blocks. The candlesticks are cast in bio-resin with 30% recycled components and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure color consistency. Some of the candlesticks are subtly finished with hand painted gold patina to reflect the shimmer of the candle. Each one is made with a solid brass drip catcher and can be cast in a variety of colors. Working from her studio in London, as well as candlesticks, Margit creates artistic lighting...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co., "Louis Comfort Tiffany Collection" (signed to the underside) New York, USA...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Glass Sphere Candlesticks Holders, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A substantial pair of transparent glass candlestick holders with a round sphere design, in the Modern style, circa mid to late-20th century. Very good condition as shown in images. D...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass

pair of 21th concrete brutalist design candlesticks table lamp by Les usagers
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Les Usagers Large pair of 21th century brutalist concrete design candlesticks by Les Usagers Handmade unique production Sold with certificate Height 43 cm Large 33 cm Depth 15 cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Concrete

Set of Three Silver-Plated "Luise" Candlesticks by Lambert, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
This elegant trio of silver-plated candlesticks was produced by the esteemed German design house Lambert in the 1960s. Designed in the spirit of Art Deco, the “Luise” model combines ...
Category

1960s German Vintage Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

White Taper Candles in Wax, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
White Taper Candles in Wax, Viya by Vikram Goyal Candles in wax. Handmade in India. Product Details Material: Wax Size: 10"H 25.4 H cm Weight: 0.5 kg 1.1 lbs Number of Pieces: 6 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Other

There (Push Pin) Candlestick by Studio Job for Ghidini 1961
Located in Weesp, NL
There (Push Pin) Candlestick by Studio Job for Ghidini 1961 Italy, Contemporary Design Dimensions: H. 17 cm (6.7 in) x D. 25 cm (9.8 in) Material: Polished Brass A striking examp...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

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 Candlesticks

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze

Modern candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern candlesticks 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 candlesticks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern candlesticks made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candlesticks, popular names associated with this style include Dan Yeffet, Ghidini 1961, Stefano Giovannoni, and AIREDELSUR. 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 candlesticks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $39 and tops out at $32,954 while the average work can sell for $750.