Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Red Acrylic/Lucite Geometric Candle Holders

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Pair of italian mid-century modern red acrylic/lucite geometric candle holders

By: unknown
Material: acrylic, lucite, synthetic, plastic
Technique: cast, molded, … Read more Pair of italian mid-century modern red acrylic/lucite geometric candle holders

By: unknown
Material: acrylic, lucite, synthetic, plastic
Technique: cast, molded, polished, hand-crafted
Dimensions: 4.5 in x 3 in x 11 in
Date: mid-20th century
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Op Art, Space Age
Place of origin: Italy

Striking pair of mid-20th century italian candlesticks fashioned from rich red acrylic in a distinct geometric pattern. The lucite holders feature a four-sided tapered base supporting an open circular rim punctuated by a small hole to nestle a candle. The translucence of the material and purity of form create an interplay between negative and positive space when illuminated.

The abstraction embodies Mid-Century Modern aesthetics with the embrace of industrial plastics to achieve sleek, optical effects. The repetitive geometries nod to the era's fascination with visual rhythm. Whether set on a table as scintillating sculpture or utilized to ignite candlelight, these holders encapsulate avant-garde italian design. See less