Postmodern Spiral Travertine Taper Candle Holder Set

This is a pair of postmodern, geometric candle holders crafted from solid natural travertine stone. The holders feature a distinctive interlocking spiral or 'hook' silhouette with a flat base for stability. Each piece is designed with multiple circular recesses at the top to accommodate standard taper candles. The material is a light beige or cream-colored travertine, characterized by its natural porous texture, featuring visible pits, small cavities, and varying mineral veining that gives each piece unique organic aesthetic properties. Physically, the items appear to be heavy and substantial, indicative of solid stone construction. They exhibit a matte finish rather than a high polish. Regarding condition, there is several visible chips and minor losses along the sharp corners and edges, which is common for this brittle stone material. Some minor staining or candle wax residue may be present in the candle wells. These items represent the sculptural interior design style popularized in the late 1970s to 1980s, often associated with designers like Maitland-Smith. The craftsmanship is high, utilizing precise stone cutting techniques to achieve the complex negative space within the spiral form.