1950s Modernist Sterling Silver 5 Light Candelabra by Rafael Stub

Description

The gorgeous modernist design of this piece harkens to the work of Josef Hoffman and the Vienna Secessionists. From the … more The gorgeous modernist design of this piece harkens to the work of Josef Hoffman and the Vienna Secessionists. From the refined cubist lines of the angular candle cups to the arch swing of the candle arms leading to the beautiful ball form details on the arms really owe homage to the great designers of the early 20th century that brought design out of the Victorian puff and into the elegance of Secessionism, the simplicity of Arts & Crafts and the crisp line of Art Deco & Modernism.

This piece was designed and produced by Rafael Stub for R.Stub which began business in 1950
The candelabra was produced in Israel and is a early form of the "Capri" model produced by the Stubadi family of silversmith craftsmen

The Sterling Silver candle holder is marked 925 in inside each of the candle cups

Dimensions:
12" tall
9" wide
silver weight:
470 grams

The candelabra is in excellent to mint condition less