This captivating stoneware candlestick, designed by the Hungarian-Viennese artist Joseph Simon, is a masterclass in mid-century organic form. Created for Søholm in the late 1960s, this "brazier" features a distinctive, bulbous onion-like silhouette that tapers elegantly to hold a standard candle.
The Joseph Simon Aesthetic While much of Søholm’s production was traditionally "Nordic," Simon’s background at the Academy of Art in Vienna introduced a more avant-garde, sculptural language to the Bornholm studio. This "onion" brazier reflects that shift—its smooth, swelling curves feel both ancient and futuristic. The heavy stoneware is finished in a subtle, earth-toned glaze that emphasizes the purity of its rounded form.
 
Technical Specifications:
Designer: Joseph Simon (Hungarian/Danish, b. 1934)
Manufacturer: Søholm Keramik, Bornholm
Form: "Onion" Sculptural Brazier
Height: 6 3/4 inches (17.5 cm)
Width: 6 1/3 inches (16 cm)
Markings: Stamped "Søholm Denmark"
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips or cracks.
 
Whether displayed as a standalone sculpture or used to hold a single candle, this piece is a testament to the era when Danish clay met Viennese fine-art sensibility.