A candelabra is a multi-branched candelstick for use on a large table. In addition to the central stem, they may have between two and six branches.

Long ago made redundant through electrification, their purpose these days is decorative. They were sometimes made in sets of two or more, although very few sets with more than two candelabra have survived.

Most commonly they were made in silver and silver plate from the mid 17th century, but other materials used were ceramic and pewter. Silver candelabra often had a flame shaped finial that fitted in each candle socket when the candlelabra was not in use. As an aid to cleaning, the ornate arms are often removeable.

The plural of candelabra is either candelabra or candelabrum.

A girandole is a type of candelabra that features several branches or arms for holding candles. It is often used as a decorative more...

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Werner Stoff (German), candlesticks, Variente S22, designed c.…

Werner Stoff Candlesticks, Variente S22

Werner Stoff (German), candlesticks, Variente S22, designed c. 1960, manufactured by Nagel Konzept, chromed metal, in original box, height 6.5 cm (each). Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel for Bmf, modular candlesticks,…

Modular Candlesticks by Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel

Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel for Bmf, modular candlesticks, set of eight mid-century metal interlocking modules, 7 x 10 cm, (each)

A BMF Nagel modular candelabra, on rare base, with nine…

Modular Nagel Candelabra with Rare Base (9 Modules)

A BMF Nagel modular candelabra, on rare base, with nine separate interlocking modules, height 42 cm

Rare Nagel copper modular candelabra. Height 48 cm

Nagel Copper Modular Candelabra - 48cm Height

Rare Nagel copper modular candelabra. Height 48 cm

Fritz Nagel for BMF Germany, candelabra

Fritz Nagel's BMF Germany Candelabra

Fritz Nagel for BMF Germany, candelabra

A BMF Nagel chrome modular candelabra. Height 39 cm

Chrome Modular Candelabra by BMF Nagel (39 cm height)

A BMF Nagel chrome modular candelabra. Height 39 cm

Twelve Nagel candleholders, complete with rare original stand

Rare Nagel Candleholders with Stand

Twelve Nagel candleholders, complete with rare original stand

A BMF Nagel modular candelabra on a rare base with eleven…

Chrome Modular Candelabra on Rare 11-Module Base

A BMF Nagel modular candelabra on a rare base with eleven chrome modules