Candelabra c. 1930

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Karl Hagenauer's "Candelabra," crafted around 1930, is a pair of minimalist, geometric candle holders made of polished stainless steel. Each candelabra is composed of a series of simple, interconnected, rectangular tubes, forming a visually striking and modern design. The clean lines and reflective surfaces of the metal create a sense of elegance and sophistication. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this dynamic piece of decorative art, which exemplifies Hagenauer's commitment to functional and aesthetically pleasing design.

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In 1928, Karl Hagenauer became director of his father's firm and soon after his designs became increasingly sophisticated. As stylized tree-like forms, this set of candelabra is remarkably avant-garde for its time. The candle arms suggest branches jutting out and up at severe right angles. The overall angularity is softened by the tubular stems in which the intended candles become extensions. As installed, the positive elements and negative space play off one another providing an overall drawing-in-air composition.