Vintage Portuguese Hand-Painted Ceramic Chamber Candlestick — Sec. XVII Revival

A charming vintage Portuguese hand-painted ceramic chamber candlestick inspired by traditional 17th-century Portuguese faiança.

The broad saucer-form base is decorated in colorful polychrome motifs, including a whimsical bird, botanical detailing, patterned borders, and a sculptural loop handle. A raised central candle socket makes it both functional and highly decorative.

The underside is marked:

“110
SEC. XVII
HAND PAINTED IN PORTUGAL
FOR NAN FREITAS IMPORTS”

The “Sec. XVII” marking refers to the 17th-century decorative style that inspired the design, rather than the age of the piece itself. This example is most consistent with Portuguese revival ceramics produced during the later 20th century, likely circa 1970s–1980s.

A great little piece for a collected tabletop, bedside vignette, dining table, or shelf.

DETAILS

• Vintage Portuguese ceramic chamber candlestick
• Hand-painted
• Made in Portugal
• Sec. XVII revival style
• Produced for Nan Freitas Imports
• Polychrome bird and botanical decoration
• Integrated loop handle
• Central candle socket
• Glazed ceramic
• Likely circa 1970s–1980s
• One available

DIMENSIONS

Please send me the exact diameter and overall height when you measure it, and I’ll slot those in here.

CONDITION

Good vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear and minor irregularities consistent with hand-painted Portuguese ceramics. Some light wear and discoloration may be present to the underside from age and use.

Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.

DĒSSO NOTE

A tiny piece with a lot of personality. We love the combination of traditional Portuguese faiança references with the playful little bird and folk-inspired color palette. It feels collected rather than precious — exactly the kind of object that works beautifully mixed with antique wood, majolica, silver, and modern pieces.

SHIPPING

Carefully packed and available for shipping within the U.S.

Local pickup is available at:

REHAUS
3948 NE 5th Ave
Oakland Park, FL 33334

Local Miami-area delivery may also be available for an additional fee.