Candle Holder Modernist, black metal, Poland, 1960s.
130 PLN
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This modernist candle holder from Poland, dating to the 1960s, is crafted from metal with a distinct hammered texture. The dominant color is a deep, matte black, accented with areas of aged gold and bronze, especially along the raised edges and surfaces. The form is asymmetrical and organically inspired: two arms emerge from a central, spiral base, each ending in a round, scalloped candle plate with a metal spike for securing candles. The surface is rough and tactile, emphasizing its artisanal quality with visible rivets, robust, irregular feet, and hand-forged connections that lend the piece a sense of monumentality. Measuring 21 cm in height, 31 cm in width, and 9 cm in depth, it weighs 0.7 kg. The condition is good, with minor areas where the black finish has worn away to reveal the underlying metal, highlighting its authenticity and age, with no significant damage or repairs.
The candle holder speaks in the voice of Polish modernism of the 1960s, when designers sought new forms rooted in the language of nature. The hammered, irregular metal evokes the strength of roots, branches or coral, while the biomorphic silhouette suggests movement and energy. Subtle color gradations—from deep black to golden highlights—recall light filtering through dense branches. This object conveys both the rawness of its era and a desire for the timeless: it is less a mere decoration and more a vessel for atmosphere, making the candlelight an essential part of its design.
In interiors, this piece could be paired with minimalist or contemporary mid-century furniture to emphasize its sculptural quality. It would work well on an oak or stone surface,
DIMENSION
Height21 cm
Width9 cm
Length31 cm
Dimension details
Length31 cm
Height21 cm
Width9 cm
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