This stoneware candlestick, produced by Kähler in Denmark during the 1960s, exemplifies modernist Scandinavian design. Crafted from a single piece of light beige stoneware, it features subtle, hand-applied dark brown lines along the rim, the central collar, and the base, providing visual clarity and a refined finish. Its form is based on a double-cone silhouette with a pronounced waist and harmonious, balanced proportions. The surface is finished in a matte to satin glaze without gloss, revealing a natural, gently speckled effect. The candlestick is signed on the underside, with no visible seams and precise attention to detail throughout. It has been preserved in excellent condition, free from signs of use, with an original surface retaining all its authentic features. This object carries the story of Danish craftsmanship of the 1960s, an era when every detail mattered and stoneware evoked a sense of durability and connection to nature. The organic hues and restrained, graphic form capture the Scandinavian affinity for simplicity characteristic of the mid-century period. The dark brown lines guide the eye around the object, while the tactile quality of the stoneware evokes the presence of the artisan, emphasizing authenticity and the quietness of everyday rituals. The candlestick can be displayed on a light wood sideboard, arranged alongside minimalist ceramics or paired with a plain linen cloth to accentuate its natural aesthetic. It would suit Scandinavian-inspired, understated mid-century modern interiors, or sit comfortably within a curated vintage collection where its rawness and unique glaze are on show. It may be combined with small candles in neutral tones, or as part of a composition with other 1960s ceramics, highlighting the harmony found in honest lines and noble materials.
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Height8 cm
Width9 cm
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Width9 cm
Height8 cm
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