Gunnar Ander Mid-Century Vibrant Red And Black Candelabra, Ystad Metall

Striking mid-century candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander (1908–1976) for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1950s–1960s. Crafted in painted metal with a bold combination of vibrant red and black, this piece exemplifies Ander's clean functionalist aesthetic with simple geometric forms. A rare and decorative example of Swedish mid-century metal design. Good vintage condition with signs of wear consistent with age. – country: Sweden – design: Gunnar Ander – manufacture: Ystad Metall – year: 1950-1960s – material: painted metal – colours: black, red – size: medium – dimensions: diameter: 20cm | height: 30cm | depth: 4cm | candle diameter: 1cm – condition: good vintage condition, with signs of wear Gunnar Ander (1908–1976) was one of the brightest stars of 20th-century Swedish metal, wood, and glass design. Ander was born in Helsingborg, Sweden and studied at the Konstfack University College of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm. Ander began working for Ystad Metall in the 1950s, where he quickly became the company’s chief designer. His designs for Ystad Metall were characterized by a clean, functionalist aesthetic, with a focus on simple geometric shapes and high-quality materials.