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STOFF Nagel
*A Minimalist Icon
written Monica de Luna
There’s something timeless about the simplicity of form, a quiet elegance that speaks louder than any grand gesture. STOFF Nagel, the Danish design brand that reimagined an icon, understands this balance intimately. Its candle holders demand attention and they command it with effortless grace, reminiscent of an era when minimalism met the sculptural allure of modern design.
Born from the vision of Hans Nagel and the artistic prowess of Werner Stoff, the candle holder is a canvas for personal expression. Introduced in the 1960s, it reflects the architectural and artistic impulses of its time—stackable, modular, and entirely customizable.
STOFF Nagel
Best Candle Holder 2024
selected by LE MILE Magazine
The STOFF Nagel Candle Holder / Best in 2024
The candle holder’s DNA is steeped in history. Hans Nagel, a creative mind with a deep-rooted connection to his family’s craft, found inspiration in the most unexpected of places: a ski trip gone slightly awry. After a fall in the snow, Nagel’s fingers left three distinct holes. Those shapes—simple, geometric, and inherently human—would serve as the basis for the design he would later develop with Werner Stoff. The result? A candle holder that marries organic form with stark precision, a reflection of the mid-century fascination with space-age aesthetics and post-war design innovation.
The candle holders can be endlessly reconfigured—stacked into towering sculptures or spread across a dining table in a minimalist arrangement. It’s this flexibility that resonates with the creative individual, the one who sees beauty not in static perfection but in fluidity, in the ability to reshape the world around them.
The brand’s success is rooted in its refusal to compromise on craftsmanship. Each piece is carefully made, a nod to the original designs by Werner Stoff, whose eye for detail and love for rounded forms continue to influence the collection. Whether cast in chromed metal, brass, or the more recent bronzed finishes, each iteration feels like a rediscovery of something familiar yet fresh.
In the fast-paced world of design, where trends are as fleeting as the seasons, STOFF Nagel stands firm as a symbol of enduring elegance. It’s no wonder the editorial team of LE MILE Magazine selected STOFF Nagel as the Best Candle Holder of 2024. The brand offers an experience—a chance to sculpt light and shadow, to engage with history, and to participate in a narrative that spans decades.
“These pieces are sculptures in waiting, inviting their owners to play, to create, and to reshape their surroundings.”
Alban E. Smajli
Editor-in-Chief, LE MILE Magazine
The modular design, initially conceived as a utilitarian object, has transcended its function to become a piece of art in its own right. Design is loud, but STOFF Nagel moves differently. There’s a calmness in its form, a subtlety that draws you in and invites you to pause. It creates space for personal expression, offering a moment to explore creativity through minimalist beauty. Each piece holds a certain presence, allowing you to shape your surroundings in ways that feel uniquely your own.
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