Candle Holder by Gunnar Ander

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Gunnar Ander was an industrial designer and architect, and one of the brightest stars of 20th-century Swedish metal, wood, and glass design. His most well-known models are the innovative designs for Ystad Metall, such as this unique pair of candle holders. His designs are represented in numerous museums in Sweden. These black lacquered wrought iron and brass “Sonata” candle holders have an intrinsically modern, sculptural look. The versatile shapes and forms come alive thanks to the modern materials and the colour choice. Like with lamps, it says a lot about a design when it stands out even without its source of light, in this case, candles. With home improvements...

A sculptural four-light candlestick designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden, circa 1950s. - Dimensions: H 20 cm × W 34 cm × D 10.5 cm - Condition: Good vintage condition w...

A pair of candle holders in stainless still by DANA DFA Denmark, mid-1900s. Beautiful Art Deco inspired design. With hallmarks. In good condition, smaller s...

This thin, delicate nickle-plated brass candle holder dates from the late 1930's to the 1950's and thus elegantly shows the marriage of Mid-Century and Art-Deco forms. It is attribut...