Boxed, Cast Iron candle holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Design (Denmark) 1960s

An originally boxed cast iron circular candle holder with 12 holes (18 cm in diameter)

Jens Quistgaard (1919–2008) was a Danish designer known for blending Scandinavian craftsmanship with modern, functional design. As the chief designer for Dansk Designs from the 1950s to the 1980s, he revolutionised everyday homeware with his innovative use of natural materials like teak, cast iron, and stainless steel. His iconic creations, including teak ice buckets and cookware, became hallmarks of midcentury modern style, earning him international acclaim. Quistgaard’s designs are celebrated for their timeless elegance and practicality, embodying the essence of Danish modernism.