Audo Copenhagen
Kubus 1
$110
Candle Holder · RANK 02
Nedre Foss
Ildhane Iron Candleholder
A sculptural taper holder that keeps its weight low: 710 g of GGG50 cast iron sits on an 80 mm base. The compact, single-piece form suits crowded tables, though it lacks a drip tray.
$92 typical
EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-08-272 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-02
SUBSTANCE SCORES
substance8.4/ 10
design9.0/ 10
value8.0/ 10
WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED
The price buys a substantial GGG50 cast-iron casting rather than thin steel, with measured weight and base width that directly support the key safety criterion.
MATERIALS
BodyGGG50 cast iron
Dense casting gives a 710 g object at an 80 mm base a useful stability advantage over thin sheet-metal holders.
FinishBlack powder coating
Separates the iron from moisture and makes routine wipe-clean care practical.
CRITERIA
9/10
Tip Resistance
710 g weight and 80 mm base width.
8/10
Candle Fit
Exact model is a taper candlestick.
9/10
Heat Management
Cast iron body.
9/10
Build Integrity
GGG50 cast construction.
6/10
Wax Management
No large drip tray; use non-drip tapers or a mat.
8/10
Finish Longevity
Powder-coated surface protects iron.
9/10
Everyday Usability
Compact, single-piece form.
IDEAL FOR
- ·Taper candles
- ·Small tables and shelves
- ·Sculptural but restrained interiors
NOT FOR
- ·Very drippy tapers without a protective mat
- ·Humid outdoor use
DESIGN & ERGONOMICS
The perch-like, bird-inspired form reads as sculpture even unlit, while the compact base keeps it practical for a place setting or windowsill.
LONGEVITY
The cast body is highly durable; preserve the powder coat by hand-wiping and avoiding abrasive cleaners. Add felt beneath it on delicate furniture.
PRODUCT PHOTOS
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