Vintage Brass Candle Holders & Candlesticks
Vintage Brass Candle Holders and Antique Brass Candlesticks
Brass candle holders bring warm, flickering light to a table in a way few materials can. Our vintage brass candlesticks, chambersticks and candle stands are hand picked one at a time, so each piece is an original with real age, weight and patina.
Styles of Vintage Candle Holders
A candlestick holds a taper at height and works best in pairs or groups. A chamberstick sits low on a saucer with a finger loop, originally made for carrying a candle from room to room. Candle stands and holders with wide drip pans suit pillar candles and mantels. Mixing heights and styles is the easiest way to style antique brass candlesticks on a dining table or fireplace mantel.
Solid Brass Candle Holders vs Plated
Solid brass candle holders feel heavy for their size and do not attract a magnet. Plated pieces are lighter and usually magnetic. We note solid brass in each listing where we have confirmed it.
How to Clean Brass Candlesticks
Remove old wax first: place the candlestick in the freezer for about an hour and the wax will usually pop off, or soften it with warm water. Then wash with warm water and mild soap, dry fully, and polish with a gentle brass polish if you want more shine. Many collectors keep the patina for an aged look.
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Vintage Brass Candle Holders & Candlesticks FAQ
How do you clean brass candlesticks?
Remove wax first by freezing the candlestick for about an hour or softening it with warm water. Wash with warm water and mild soap, dry completely, then use a gentle brass polish and soft cloth if you want a brighter finish.
How do I know if brass candle holders are solid brass?
Solid brass is heavy for its size and is not magnetic. If a magnet sticks, the holder is likely brass plated over steel or iron.
What is a chamberstick?
A chamberstick is a short candle holder set on a wide saucer, usually with a finger loop. It was designed to carry a lit candle safely from room to room and catches dripping wax.
How should I style vintage brass candlesticks?
Group three or five candlesticks of different heights on a mantel or dining table. Mixing polished and patinated brass looks collected rather than matched.