Candleholder Set by Cama Deruta

A pair of hand-painted ceramic candleholders from the 1950s, defined by a playful, sculptural form and a bold use of colour. The contrast is immediate—black and cream surfaces animated by dramatic, colourful flowers, carrying a distinctly romantic quality, and finished with hand-applied gold brushstrokes that catch the light. The composition feels lively, almost graphic, with each mark left visible, intentional. Used together or apart, they bring movement and character to a table or shelf.

CAMA (Cooperativa Artigiana Majoliche Artistiche) was founded in Deruta in the mid-20th century, a town long associated with Italian ceramic production. Emerging at a moment when traditional craftsmanship began to intersect with a more modern, export-oriented market—particularly toward the United States—the company remained family-run, building its identity on consistent craftsmanship and accessible design. Pieces like these reflect that balance: rooted in local tradition, yet shaped by a broader, international context. Today, they carry the imprint of that period—functional objects with a clear sense of origin and time.

• Designer, maker: CAMA (Cooperativa Artigiana Majoliche Artistiche)
• Material: hand-painted ceramic
• Origin: Deruta, Italy
• Period: 1950s
• Measurements (each piece): L8 x W4.5 x H5.5 / L20 x W11.5 x H14 cm 
• Condition: excellent vintage condition showing light traces of use