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Pair of Silver-Inlaid Brass Art Deco Serpent Candle Holders
Located in London, GB
Pair of silver-inlaid brass Art Deco serpent candle holders
Continental, c.1920
Height 32/34cm
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Silver, Brass
Antique French Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco brass snake or serpent candle holder with coiled tail
France, Circa 1920s
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco style brass snake candle holder.
circa mid-20th century
Measures: 4.75"W
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Silver Serpent Snake Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco style silvered brass snake candle holder.
Circa mid-20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Serpent Torsade Candleholder
Located in Paris, FR
Candleholder Serpent Torsade with all structure in porcelain
in matte black finish, for 2 candles
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Candle Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Pair, Bronze Neoclassical 2 Candlelight Sea Serpent Candleholders Candlesticks
By E. Guillemard, Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Pair of Grand Tour Neoclassical Bronze 2 Candlelight Sea Serpent figurative candlesticks
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Neoclassical Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
H 8 in W 6.75 in D 3.25 in
c1810 European Continental British Dore Gold Bronze Candelabra / Serpents
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc British Grand Scale Gilt Bronze Monumental Candelabrum Featuring Serpents and othe Creatures
Category
Antique 1810s French Rococo Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
Pair, Bronze Neoclassical Sea Serpent or Koi Fish Candleholders Candlesticks
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neoclassical bronze Koi fish or sea serpent figurative candlesticks, candleholders.
These
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Single Reproduction of Serpent Sconce in a gunmetal wrought iron finish
By Biggs Powell Interior Design & Antiques
Located in Memphis, TN
Pair of reproduction serpent sconces in a gun metal finish. These are available in custom lengths
Category
2010s American Candle Sconces
Materials
Iron
20th Century Huge Ceramic Candelabra in the Manner of Palissy Serpents Lizards
By Bernard Palissy
Located in Lowestoft, GB
decorated with coiled serpents and lizards on a stepped square base,
third quarter of the 20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century European Candelabras
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
H 30.32 in W 18.51 in D 9.85 in
Pair of Silver Serpent Candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern Style from 1954
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1954 Finnish silver serpent candlesticks, coiled serpent base and sconce rising from snakes
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver
Pair of Dutch Two-Light Brass Sconces
Located in Barntrup, DE
depicting fish and serpent with classic candle-style bulb holders.
On the top of the central finial, there
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Victorian Opaline Glass Candlesticks, with Blue Serpent Coiled around ce
Located in London, GB
Pair of Victorian opaline glass candlesticks, with blue serpent coiled around central column, circa
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Candlesticks
H 10.04 in W 4.14 in D 0.04 in
Antique Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco style brass snake candle holders.
Circa Mid-20th Century
Measures: 6.25
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Silver Serpent Snake Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco style silvered brass snake candle holder.
Circa mid-20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
French Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holders, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful pair of Art Deco brass snake candle holders.
France, Circa 1920s.
Measures: 6"W
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holders, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful pair of Art Deco style brass snake candle holders.
Circa mid-20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Arthur Court Brass Serpent Candlesticks, 1979
By Arthur Court
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century koi fish/serpent brass figurative candlesticks by Arthur Court. These Asian inspired
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of "Serpent" Candlesticks by Italo Valenti, 1970
By Italo Valenti
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful, large and rare pair of candlesticks in the shape of a snake designated and produced by Italo Valenti in the 1970s. Large golden brass structure, these two Brutalist c...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Large 19th Century Doré Bronze Full Bodied Serpent Candelabra Lamp
Located in Manhasset, NY
A large doré bronze full bodied serpent candelabra lamp. The rouge marble base supporting a group
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Candelabras
French Art Nouveau Serpent and Poppy Flower Bronze Tripod Candlesticks, a Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Nouveau serpent and poppy flower bronze tripod candlesticks. The intertwined
Category
Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
H 8.75 in W 5 in D 5 in
Mid-19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Candlesticks Held by Storks and Serpents
Located in London, GB
by serpents and storks standing on turtles, supported on oval stepped plinth.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
H 8.27 in W 3.75 in D 2.56 in
Louis Majorelle Bronze Serpent and Bird of Paradise Leaf Candlestick Vide Poche
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
Louis Majorelle bronze serpent and bird of paradise leaf candlestick vide poche. Majorelle was a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
H 5.5 in W 10 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Serpent Decorated Candlesticks in Gold Gilt Bronze from the 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A beautiful and rare pair of french pair of serpent decorated candlesticks in gold gilt bronze from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Baccarat Tulip Form 3 Color Opaline Vases w/ Serpent Decor
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
opaline vases/ candle holders with serpent decor. The tops of each of the vases are made of pink opaline
Category
Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Vases
Materials
Crystal
Large Pair of Regency Cut Glass Crystal Gilt Metal Lustres Candelabra
Located in Lymington, GB
branches with eagle heads seizing serpents, and candle holders, all emphasizing a sophisticated lightness
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Cut Glass
H 22.05 in W 11.42 in D 4.34 in
Late 19th Century German Serpent Bronze Candlesticks
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Unusual figural and floral early Art Nouveau ~ late Biedermeier pair bronze candle sticks or candle
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
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Serpent Candle Holders For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of serpent candle holders available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique serpent candle holders was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and brass. Serpent candle holders have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Serpent candle holders made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — are very popular at 1stDibs. Serpent candle holders have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Arthur Court and Louis Majorelle are consistently popular.
How Much are Serpent Candle Holders?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,650, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $3,230 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 Serpent Candle Holders
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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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