1970s Set of 3 Signed Lucite & Aged Nickel Candle Holders by Charles Hollis Jones, Usa

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Elegant set of three Lucite and aged nickel candle holders designed and manufactured in the United States by Charles Hollis … Read more Elegant set of three Lucite and aged nickel candle holders designed and manufactured in the United States by Charles Hollis Jones, dating to 1972. This refined graduated trio exemplifies Jones’s iconic approach to American modern and Hollywood Regency design, where industrial materials are elevated into sculptural, collectible forms.

The tallest candlestick in the set is hand signed and dated “Charles Hollis Jones 1972”, confirming authorship and period. The remaining two examples are unsigned, which is consistent with Jones’s production practices of the era and are original to the set, matching in design, materials, and execution.

Each candle holder features a solid Lucite column set into a stepped square base, topped with a sculpted aged nickel candle cup. The interplay between the optical clarity of the Lucite and the softly patinated metal creates a strong architectural presence, characteristic of Jones’s work. Displayed together, the graduated heights create a dynamic vertical composition; individually, each piece stands as a sculptural object.

Charles Hollis Jones is widely recognized as a pioneer in the use of acrylic in high-end furniture and decorative arts. Rising to prominence in the late 1960s and 1970s, he redefined Lucite as a luxurious medium, producing works favored by leading interior designers, collectors, and celebrities. Signed and dated examples such as the tallest candlestick anchor this set firmly within the most sought-after period of his career.

A compelling opportunity to acquire an American-made, period set by one of the most influential figures in postwar American design.

Dimensions:
– 12.75" H (signed & dated)
– 10 7/8" H
– 8.75" H
Each: 3.25" W × 3.25" D
Candle size: accommodates 7/8" diameter candles See less