{"product_id":"antique-jugend-wall-candle-holder-finland-circa-1920s","title":"Antique Jugend wall candle holder | Finland, circa 1920s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"309\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAntique Finnish wall candle holder from around the 1920s, made in metal with aged gilded and silvered surface tones. The piece with a Jugend character, with a round open frame, flowing plant forms and a seated female figure holding a flower.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eThe design is graphic and decorative at the same time. The figure, scrolls and flower motifs are cast in relief. The surface has a quiet old gold and silver look, softened by patina and traces of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eJugend Style and Finnish Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eJugend style was the Nordic form of Art Nouveau, often using natural forms, curved lines and symbolic figures. This candle holder follows that language closely: the floral stem, the circular frame and the female figure create a compact decorative scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eThe piece feels especially suited to interiors with antique, Nordic, rustic or early modern elements. It can be placed as a small wall accent, a hallway detail, or part of a collected display of old Finnish metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eDesign and Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eThe surface has aged naturally, with darker areas, softened highlights and visible patina. These details give the object the depth expected from an antique piece of this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eA small candle cup is attached below the decorative roundel. The wall spike and back structure are present, giving the piece its original wall mounted function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eOrigin: Finland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003ePeriod: circa 1920s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eStyle: Jugend, Nordic Art Nouveau\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eMaterial: metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eFinish: gilded and silvered surface with patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eHeight: 19.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eType: wall candle holder, wall decor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eMotif: seated female figure with floral ornament\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eCondition: very good antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eVery good antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eThere is visible patina, age related surface wear and darkening to the metal. These traces are consistent with age and suit the character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eFor Interior and Collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eThis Finnish Jugend candle holder is a small but expressive antique object. The silhouette reads well from a distance, while the surface and relief details reward closer viewing. It works as a candle holder, wall ornament or collectable piece of early twentieth century Nordic decorative metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"No","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54477505528149,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/9383\/1253\/files\/Antique_Wall_Decor_Nude_Woman_JugendCandle_Holder_Gilded_Molna_Vintage.jpg?v=1785151222","url":"https:\/\/www.molnavintage.com\/products\/antique-jugend-wall-candle-holder-finland-circa-1920s","provider":"Molna Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}