Boxed, Cast Iron Candle Holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Design, (1960s) Denmark

An originally boxed cast iron circular candle holder with 12 holes

Measures 18 cm in diameter

Jens Quistgaard, a key figure in Danish modern design, Jens Quistgaard brought together traditional craftsmanship and modern production. As lead designer for Dansk Designs, he created everyday objects—like teak ice buckets and cast iron cookware—that were both practical and stylish. His work helped define mid-century homeware and remains a lasting example of simple, functional design.