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Aluminum “Octopus” Candleholders, Sweden, 1980s
Dimensions:
Height – 9 cm
Diameter – 13 cm
Condition – very good, no damage
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Aluminum “Octopus” Candleholders, Sweden, 1980s
Dimensions:
Height – 9 cm
Diameter – 13 cm
Condition – very good, no damage
This is a small functional sculpture from the 1980s, made of solid aluminum and shaped like an octopus, which definitely knows how to grab attention. Its eight tentacles spread out radially, creating a stable base while giving the piece a dynamic, almost dance-like rhythm. The candlestick’s form is bold and almost humorous in design.
The piece perfectly reflects the aesthetic of 1980s Scandinavian postmodernism, a time when everyday objects increasingly took on the qualities of small sculptural forms. The candlestick combines practical function with decorative appeal and works equally well as a single accent on a sideboard, table, or shelf, or grouped in multiples to create a rhythmic composition.
Its unusual form makes it a great fit for eclectic interiors, mid-century modern, brutalist spaces, as well as interiors inspired by Scandinavian design.
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- Dimensions
- 5.12ʺW × 5.12ʺD × 3.54ʺH
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Aluminum
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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