Pair of deer candleholders, black iron, India, 1990s.
650 PLN
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This pair of sculptural iron candleholders, crafted in India in the 1990s, exemplifies a fusion of mid-century modern and ethnic folk influences. Forged from monolithic iron, each piece features a distinctly textured, irregular surface marked by visible hammer strikes and a deep, matte black finish with subtle patina and occasional metallic sheen. The design is minimalist and geometric, with elongated, angular legs and abstract, branching antlers that create a sense of movement and balance. Shallow, circular dishes integrated into the deers’ backs are intended for ball-shaped candles. The construction is seamless, with no visible joints or screws, resulting in a unified, sculptural form. Both candleholders are preserved in very good condition, showing only minor traces of age and a natural patina typical of vintage ironwork, without visible damage.These candleholders seem to narrate the encounter between tradition and modern sensibility. Their raw, almost primitive surface evokes the spirit of artisanal workshops, with every hammer blow leaving a tangible mark of time and human touch. The geometric abstraction of the deer—wide antlers, elongated legs—reflects the modernist fascination with nature, yet is filtered through an Indian perspective. These objects speak a language of simplicity and minimalism, while simultaneously conveying the primal energy of iron, still vibrant beneath its matte black surface.In an interior composition, these candleholders can be paired with natural wood, raw concrete, or stone—their
DIMENSION
Height19 cm
Width6 cm
Length25 cm
Dimension details
Length25 cm
Height19 cm
Width6 cm
Weight1 kg
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