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Sculptural Spherical Geometric Brass Candle Holders, a Pair
Located in Round Top, TX
without overwhelming it. Whether placed on a dining table, mantle, or sideboard, these candle holders are
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Late 20th Century Indian Minimalist Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair French Ormolu Bronze Dore Victorian Candelabras Regency Candlesticks
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
heavy gauge French Ormolu gilt bronze table or mantle candle holders, of chiseled cast quality and
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
H 12.01 in W 4.93 in D 4.93 in
Solid Bronze Pair of Candleholders, Mid-Century, Mantle Candlesticks
Located in Bochum, NRW
candles of 4.8 or 5.8 cm in diameter.
Retro, vintage and used with nice patina.
Dimensions: 10 cm
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Pair of Mantle Sconces or Girondoles
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century pair of mantle sconces or girondoles, French. Rococo style. Gilt metal, molded
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Candle Sconces
Materials
Marble, Metal
Antique George V Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Piano / Mantle Candlesticks
By Walker & Hall
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Deco piano/mantle candlesticks; an addition to our antique silverware collection.
These exceptional
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
H 1.57 in Dm 2.83 in
Antique Pair of Green Opaline Mantle Lusters with Gilt Detail and Scalloped Edge
Located in Toronto, ON
A stunning pair of Antique French opaline glass mantle lusters, in green opaline glass with gilding
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Early 20th Century French Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Victorian Hand Painted Portrait Mantle Lustres
Located in Mobile, AL
Pair of Victorian hand-painted glass mantel lustre vases, with spear cut prisms, circa 1880. Two different portraits on either side, measure 15 inches high and 7 inches in diameter.
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Antique 1880s European Victorian More Candle Holders
Materials
Crystal
19th Century French Brass Candle Holders, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
for adding a warm, inviting glow to any dining room, mantle, or entryway, these candle holders not
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Antique 19th Century French Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
French Empire Bronze Mantle Clock and Pair Candlesticks
Located in Essex, MA
Bronze clock with finials on raised base. Associated candlesticks consisting of winged griffins on raised bases. Clock is 13"H and candlsticks are 10 1/4"H.
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Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Blue Glass Mantle Lusters, Late 19th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
Considered the height of luxury in the Victorian era, mantle lusters were used as candle stands and
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Candelabras
Materials
Crystal
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Inlaid Marble Mantle Girondoles
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of fine candelabra from the Napoleon III period. Each a tapered pilaster of white marble inlaid with verte and noir stone, set upon an octagonal, graduated plinth. A gilt-bronze...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Candelabras
Materials
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
PAIR OF PERIOD GEORGE III JASPERWARE AND CRYSTAL GIRANDOLES
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Exquisite Georgian Cut Crystal and Wedgwood Jasperware Mantle Girandoles or Candle Holders
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Candle Holders
Barovier Hand Blown Gold Leaf Double Arm Cornucopia Candlesticks
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Great Barrington, MA
candle holders provide both height and light.
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Vintage 1930s Italian Candle Holders
Materials
Crystal
French Mantle Clock of Gilt and Marble Signed J. Leroy
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Antique French gilt bronze & marble mantle clock & candle holders. Very fine pieces, with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks
c17901810 Pair Regency Anglo-Irish Cut Lead Crystal Mantle Lusters/ Girandoles
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Antique Anglo Irish Mantle Lusters/ Girandoles. Cut lead crystal. Castellated rims, fern cut
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Antique 1780s Irish Regency Candle Lamps
Materials
Crystal
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Mantle Candle Holders For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mantle candle holders available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct mantle candle holders — often made from metal, stone and brass — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of mantle candle holders available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mantle candle holders bearing mid-century modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Mantle candle holders have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Aureliano Toso, Colle Cristalleria and Dino Martens are consistently popular.
How Much are Mantle Candle Holders?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $951, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $8,000 highest priced.
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 Mantle Candle Holders
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Hurricane candle holders are glass cylindrical domes which go around a candle to protect the flame from getting doused. These candle holders can also be attached to the wall as a hurricane shade.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How tall a candle holder should be depends on the size of the candle you’re using and the overall look of the room. Compared to a candle, a holder should be at least as tall. When choosing candle holders, choose ones that won’t obscure the view. For example, lower candlesticks and candelabras work best on dining tables because they allow you to see the person across from you. On 1stDibs, find a range of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023The difference between a candlestick and a candle holder is specificity. A candlestick is a tall turned decorative object typically used to display taper candles. Any object made specifically to hold candles is a candle holder. Candlesticks are candle holders, but there are other kinds, including tall shades called hurricanes and small cylindrical containers called votive cups. Shop an assortment of candle holders on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What glass candle holders are called depends on their design. Curvy clear glass shades used to cover pillar candles are hurricanes, while smaller glass holders with closed bottoms are votive or tealight cups. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage glass candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One of the most common candle holders in use during Medieval times was the simple candlestick. Today, antique candlesticks are sought after by art collectors and interior designers alike for their stylish versatility. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique and contemporary candlesticks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023What tall candle holders are called varies. Holders intended for pillar candles are hurricanes and are often made of glass. Tall wood or metal candle holders for one taper are candlesticks, while ones with multiple arms that accommodate more than one taper are candelabras. On 1stDibs, find a collection of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What the candle holders in churches are called depends on the design. Column-like holders for single tapers are candlesticks, while multi-branched holders for tapers are candelabras. Small candle holders used for memorial candles are votive holders. Find a collection of candle holders on 1stDibs.
- Do pillar candles need a holder?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because pillar candle holders burn into themselves, they do not need a candle holder. But it makes sense to have a pillar plate at least to prevent wax residue from ending up on your furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023You can use a variety of materials instead of a candle holder to serve the purpose of an actual candle holder. Put pillar and votive candles on decorative plates or trays, or rest them on a decorative tile, coaster or wood slice. You can drop votives and tealights in shallow bowls, clay pots, wine glasses and other vessels. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A wall-mounted candle holder is called a candle sconce or a wall sconce. Sconces come in a variety of colors and shapes, sure to suit any decor style. You’ll find a wide range of candle sconces in a variety of decor styles on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a silver candle holder is real, find out if a magnet is attracted to it. Solid sterling silver and fine silver aren't magnetic. However, some silver plate candle holders may be. Silver plate is the term for items made of base metal and then finished with a layer of genuine silver. If the magnet sticks to your candle holders, they may be silver plate or constructed out of a different material. If you'd like an expert's assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a variety of candle holders on 1stDibs.
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