Pair of Jens Quistgaard Solid Brass Miniature Candle Holders for Dansk, Denmark

Description

A charming pair of solid brass miniature candlestick holders designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, Denmark. These iconic drop-form vessels feature a minimalist, sculptural silhouette with a warm golden patina that speaks to their vintage character.
Crafted from solid brass, these petite pieces were designed to hold slender taper or birthday candles and now make beautiful decorative accents—perfect for a shelf, tabletop, or curated brass collection.
Quistgaard, celebrated for blending Scandinavian modernism with everyday functionality, served as Dansk’s founding designer and shaped the brand’s mid-century aesthetic. Each piece is stamped “DANSK DESIGNS DENMARK IHQ,” denoting his signature line.
They take a 8cm ( .25″ of an inch) tapers.

Just under 1.5″ in diameter, and about 2.25″ high.See

Dimensions

1.5ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 2.25ʺH

Styles

Danish Modern

Brand

Dansk Designs

Designer

Jens Quistgaard

Period

1960s

Country of Origin

Denmark

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

Brass

Condition

Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color

Brass

Condition Notes

Good vintage condition with age-related wear. Both holders show scattered spotting and uneven tarnish, resulting in a rich, naturally aged …moreGood vintage condition with age-related wear. Both holders show scattered spotting and uneven tarnish, resulting in a rich, naturally aged patina. Designed with weighted bases to either sit upright or rest at a tilt, though one no longer holds the tilted position securely. No dents or structural cracks. Undersides stamped “DANSK DESIGNS DENMARK IHQ.”