Food may be the main event, but without a little candle glow it’ll never be seen in its best light on the dining table. Functionality aside, candlesticks can be works of art in their own right, igniting striking conversation and illuminating topics, and perhaps even outshining the plat du jour.
Bubbled structures, sprouting greens, abstract sunflowers and cutting zig-zag stands only scratch the surface of the pillars available to complement your cuisine.
Candelabra ‘dancing queen' by Sebastian Brajkovic
Only a dancing queen can balance three candles so beautifully.
Zigzag steel candlestick holder
A straight line centrally warped by jagged edges, this candlestick's contrasting shape is bound to stimulate conversation.
Ildhane candleholder
An extension of Anderssen & Voll's design for Nedre Foss Gård, a stylish restaurant in Oslo, the Idlhane candleholder bears an unusual and expressive shape which resembles a bird.
Green new lily of the valley candleholder
The little lilies that sprout from the sides of the bright green bud immortalise the beauty of nature but leave candlelight as the central attraction.
Nymphenburg porcelain Vesuvius candlestick
This candlestick emphasises the candle's beauty through imitation, its body dripping black wax that then puddles at the base.
Flare candleholder
Made by the popular Danish brand, HAY, this piece provides modern yet timeless take on the candlestick though its transparent blue design
Flambeau
Handmade with love and embracing all the character of human imperfection, this candlestick pays homage to nature as a springboard of shape, movement and colour (it is also available in shades of green, aqua pink and earthy brown).
Bubble taper candle holder
Crafted from vibrantly tinted glass to form a decoratively bubbled silhouette, this Anna + Nina taper candle holder exudes effortless elegance.
Palm tree ceramic candlestick holder
Les Ottomans’ bohemian SS20 offering takes inspiration from founder Bertrando Di Renzo’s extensive travels, resulting in this playful green palm tree candlestick.
Tender candle holderlow
For fans for F. Scott Fitzgerald, this may be the perfect holder to contain your flame. Deeply dark but with a thin fragility and droplet movement, this candlestick is as tender as the night.
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Haas Brothers King + Queen set of two brass candlesticks by L’Object
The realm of L’Objet is one of whimsical wonder – these ‘King + Queen’ candlesticks are part of the brand's second chapter with Haas Brothers that’s filled with collectibles to “transform ordinary, everyday moments into the extraordinary”
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Laetitia Rouget hand-painted ceramic candleholder
This ceramic candlestick was hand-pained by the French artist Laetitia Rouget. The holder depicts a dainty lady who balances a green basket on her head and wears a blue dress that is intricately spotted with red flowers
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Les-Ottomans Turtle Candle Holder
Les-Ottomans takes a lot of inspiration for its eccentric homeware designs from far-off lands, and this handmade candle holder is no exception. This cheerful turtle proudly holds a candle atop its shell, creating a conversation-sparking addition to your tablescape
A version of this article appeared in the April 2022 issue of The World of Interiors. Learn about our subscription offers
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