Pair of Art Deco Bakelite & Silver‑Plate Candlesticks, 1930s, 15cm High
Pair of Art Deco Bakelite & Silver‑Plate Candlesticks, 1930s, 15cm High
A striking pair of original Art Deco candlesticks dating to the late 1920s–1930s, combining warm amber-brown reeded Bakelite columns with crisp, stepped silver-plated bases and square drip trays. The geometric silhouette and mixed materials are classic Deco perfect for a mantelpiece, sideboard, or dining table styling.
These display beautifully as a matched pair and suit both period interiors and modern eclectic spaces.
Details:
- Era: Art Deco, c.1930s
- Materials: Bakelite (moulded, reeded), silver plate
- Height: approx. 15 cm each
- Colour: amber/tortoiseshell tone with silver-tone metalwork
- Quantity: 2 candlesticks (pair)
Best with standard tapered candles (please measure your candles to confirm fit).
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear. The silver plate shows tarnish and areas of spotting/pitting/possible plate wear (see photos). Bakelite presents well. Undersides felted. Cleaned gently and ready to display.
Origin: Britain or Europe
Time Period: c.1930s
Historical Context
Historical Context
Bakelite (phenol-formaldehyde resin, commercialised from 1907) became a fashionable modern material between the wars. Hard wearing, sleek, and suited to geometric Art Deco design. Silver plate offered the bright, luxurious look of silver at a more accessible price point.
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