Upperline, Prytania, or Frenchmen: Candle Holder Guide
By Sazerac Stitches | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: 購買指南
Compare the Upperline candle holder, Prytania single candle sconce, and Frenchmen candle holder by size, placement, and candle type so you choose the right piece for your room.
Quick answer
Choose the Upperline candle holder for a dining table or mantel centerpiece, the Prytania single candle sconce for hallway or powder-room walls, and the Frenchmen candle holder for small surfaces that need a colorful accent. Match the piece to your available space and candle type first, then pick the finish.
Placement decides more than style
A candle holder that looks right in a photo can crowd a real room. Start with where the piece will live: a dining table needs a low, wide footprint that leaves room for plates, a wall sconce needs clear wall space above a console or beside a mirror, and a small side table needs a compact base. The Upperline, Prytania, and Frenchmen occupy very different footprints, so measure the surface or wall before comparing colors.
Candle type and quantity change the choice
The Frenchmen candle holder is designed for a taper candle, which is not included, so plan to buy tapers separately. The Upperline holds two lights, which suits a balanced mantel or a dining table where you want a pair of flames rather than one. The Prytania is a single candle sconce, so it works best as an accent rather than the only light source in a large room. If you already own a box of tapers, the Frenchmen and Prytania let you use them; if you prefer a fuller arrangement, the Upperline gives you two lights in one piece.
Size and finish are separate decisions
The Upperline is 9 inches wide, 16 inches tall on the longer side, and 12 inches tall on the shorter side, with a 6-inch diameter base. That makes it a substantial piece: check that your mantel or table can carry the width and that the taller side will not block a view or a doorway. The Frenchmen is 4.25 inches tall with a 4-inch diameter base, so it suits narrow surfaces and lower arrangements. The Prytania is 3 inches wide, 8 inches tall, and 4.5 inches deep, with a 5-inch wide wall plate, so it needs a wall area wide enough for the plate and deep enough for the candle to sit clear of the wall. Finish choices are available on the Frenchmen and Prytania; the Upperline listing does not show option types, so confirm color availability before ordering if an exact match matters.
Decision rules for choosing between the three
- If you are styling a dining table or mantel: Choose the Upperline candle holder when you have at least 9 inches of width and 16 inches of height clearance and want two lights in one piece. Measure the taller side against any mirror, artwork, or sightline before ordering. Confirm the 6-inch base fits your surface without overhanging.
- If you need wall space instead of table space: Choose the Prytania single candle sconce for a hallway, fireplace, or small powder room where a table would crowd the floor. Check that the 5-inch wide wall plate fits the wall section and that the 4.5-inch depth clears nearby trim or doors. Ask about additional tassel colors only if you need a specific match; they may be available on request.
- If you want a small accent with a taper candle: Choose the Frenchmen candle holder for a narrow shelf, side table, or low centerpiece where its 4.25-inch height and 4-inch base will not overwhelm the space. Add taper candles separately, since they are not included. Pick the disc color after the placement is settled, not before.
Product facts
- Frenchmen Candle Holder: Hand-made brass and powder-coated steel with a brass trumpet-shaped bottom and a colorful disc above; 4.25 inches tall with a 4-inch diameter base; taper candle not included. Its small footprint fits narrow shelves and side tables, but you need to supply a taper candle to use it.
Frenchmen Candle Holder - Upperline Candle Holder: Hand-made two-light candle holder, 9 inches wide, 16 inches tall on the longer side and 12 inches tall on the shorter side, with a 6-inch diameter base. The two-light design and wide base suit a mantel or dining table, but the height and width need clear space around them.
Upperline Candle Holder - Prytania Single Candle Sconce: Victorian-inspired brass candle sconce with beaded tassels and cast brass bobeches; 3 inches wide, 8 inches tall, 4.5 inches deep, with a 5-inch wide wall plate. The wall-mounted design saves table space and works in hallways or powder rooms, but the 5-inch wall plate needs a clear wall area.
Who each piece fits
Best for
- Shoppers who want a two-light centerpiece for a dining table or mantel and have room for a 9-inch-wide, 16-inch-tall piece
- Shoppers who need a wall-mounted single candle sconce for a hallway, fireplace, or powder room
- Shoppers who want a compact, colorful taper holder for a small surface
Not for
- Anyone with a narrow table or low shelf that cannot clear the Upperline's width and height
- Spaces without a clear 5-inch wall plate area for the Prytania
- Shoppers who need a candle holder that includes candles, since the Frenchmen taper is not included
