Vintage Ceramic Three-Candle Holder "Pine Cone," Opishnia / Soviet Majolica, 1970s–1980s

A distinctive interior decor piece with a pronounced winter and forest-inspired character—the vintage "Pine Cone" three-candle holder, crafted from authentic Ukrainian majolica.

The design of the candle holder is rooted in deep folk traditions: it features a stable, flared base from which two symmetrical branches—each topped with a candle cup—extend gracefully. The centerpiece is a large, intricately sculpted pine cone with well-defined, three-dimensional scales.
Relief garlands and floral rosettes at the base of the branching arms add further refinement, evoking the appearance of coniferous boughs or forest wildflowers.
The piece is finished with a thick, mirror-like glossy glaze in a rich, dark chestnut (chocolate) hue. When candles are lit, the glossy surface creates deep, warm reflections. This candle holder serves as an impeccable accent for an autumn or Christmas table setting and complements a variety of interior styles, including Mid-Century Modern, rustic, Scandinavian *hygge*, or classic Ukrainian ethno-modernism.

Specifications:
• Country of origin: Ukraine (Ukrainian SSR)
• Manufacturer: "Khudozhniy Keramik" (Art Ceramics) Factory, Opishnia
• Period / Era: 1970s–1980s
• Material: Red clay, colored glaze (majolica)

• Approximate dimensions:
Height: ~ 23–24 cm
Width: ~ 19–21 cm
Candle holder opening diameter: ~ 2.5–3 cm (suitable for standard taper or dinner candles)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, no restorations. The glaze retains its pristine, original luster. On the base and within the intricate, hard-to-reach crevices of the relief, there may be minor, naturally occurring specks (sand grains) or tiny pores in the glaze—characteristics typical of the factory firing process for majolica from that era.