Taperstick - Brass - Onyx Marble Candle Holder
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Vintage candle holder in Onyx marble and cast metal (brass), dating to around 1950, with a height of 21 cm and weight 455 g.
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Vintage candlestick / Caryatid made of Onyx Marble & Cast Metal – Mid-Century Modern, ca. 1950
Item description:
Exclusive figural vintage candlestick in the typical design of the Mid-Century Modern era (ca. 1950)
The candlestick combines noble materials with an expressive, abstract design. The centrally placed metal figure (caryatid/harlequin) supports the upper candle bowl with an elevated arm. The rough, textured patinated surface of the metal figure creates an exciting optical contrast to the polished, smooth onyx-marble elements at the base and the socket.
Inside the bowl there is a classic metal spike for secure candle fixation. The construction is continuously secured to the base via the original screw thread.
Details & Specifications:
• Object type: Candlestick / figural candle holder
• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Brutalist decorative design
• Era: circa 1950
• Material: Onyx marble (greenish-cream with natural marbling), cast metal (patinated)
• Height: approx. 21 cm
• Weight: 455 g
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor, age-related signs of use inside the candle bowl. The onyx marble is intact and shows no cracks or chips. Fully functional.
Note for bidders:
The photos are part of the condition description. The item will be securely and carefully packaged for shipping.
Vintage candlestick / Caryatid made of Onyx Marble & Cast Metal – Mid-Century Modern, ca. 1950
Item description:
Exclusive figural vintage candlestick in the typical design of the Mid-Century Modern era (ca. 1950)
The candlestick combines noble materials with an expressive, abstract design. The centrally placed metal figure (caryatid/harlequin) supports the upper candle bowl with an elevated arm. The rough, textured patinated surface of the metal figure creates an exciting optical contrast to the polished, smooth onyx-marble elements at the base and the socket.
Inside the bowl there is a classic metal spike for secure candle fixation. The construction is continuously secured to the base via the original screw thread.
Details & Specifications:
• Object type: Candlestick / figural candle holder
• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Brutalist decorative design
• Era: circa 1950
• Material: Onyx marble (greenish-cream with natural marbling), cast metal (patinated)
• Height: approx. 21 cm
• Weight: 455 g
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor, age-related signs of use inside the candle bowl. The onyx marble is intact and shows no cracks or chips. Fully functional.
Note for bidders:
The photos are part of the condition description. The item will be securely and carefully packaged for shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
455 g
Style subtype
Brutalist
Metal type
Brass
Title additional information
Onyx Marble Candle Holder
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Metal, Onyx
Style
Vintage
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
21 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
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