Pair of Vintage Brass Monkey Butler Candlesticks | Figural Brass Candle Holders

Equal parts whimsical, cheeky, and undeniably collectible, this charming pair of vintage brass monkey butler candlesticks is the kind of decorative accent that instantly gives a room personality.

Cast in solid brass with a warm, aged patina, each monkey is sculpted in classic “butler” form, standing attentively while presenting a small tray that supports a candle cup. The figures are richly detailed—from expressive faces and tailored jackets to bent knees and curled tails—capturing that beloved blend of humor and elegance that figural brass décor does so well.

Monkey butler pieces rose to popularity in the mid-20th century, inspired by earlier English and Continental traditions of playful servant figures used in household objects. Today, they are highly sought after by collectors of grandmillennial décor, Hollywood Regency style, and eclectic traditional interiors, prized for their ability to feel both refined and fun.

They were sourced in the South, where collected homes often mixed classical elements with a wink of personality—exactly the spirit these candlesticks embody. They are perfect for a mantel, bar cart, bookshelf, or dining table centerpiece, adding instant conversation-starting charm.

Details

• Vintage brass figural monkey butler candlesticks
• Solid brass with naturally aged patina
• Sculptural figural design with tray-style candle holders
• Sold as a matching pair
• Sourced in the Southern United States
• Holds standard taper candles

Why We Love Them

• A perfect balance of playful and polished
• Ideal for grandmillennial, traditional, or eclectic interiors
• Adds warmth, texture, and character to styled vignettes
• Rarely found as a well-matched pair

 Styling Notes

Style these on a mantel flanking artwork, on a bar cart with crystal and books, or layered into a bookshelf vignette with antiques and greenery. They shine equally in formal rooms and relaxed collected spaces.

Pieces like this are why I love Sourcing the South and the great state of Texas- especially Round Top- for heirloom estate decor…shopping estate sales, online auctions, charity thrift stores, and antique malls to carefully curate a collection of fantastic vintage and antique finds that have and will stand the test of time.

Each measures 5.75” tall x 4.5” wide.

$132 INCLUDES INSURED SHIPPING in the continental US. Available for pickup at our Liberty Hill, TX showroom just north of Austin. 

🩷Vintage and antique items have some wear associated with years of age and use, adding to their overall charm. Please see all the pictures, which are considered part of the description.

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