Antique French Lantern Pair
19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
1880s French Art Deco Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
19th Century French Victorian Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Ormolu
1920s Beaux Arts Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
1920s French Regency Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique French Lantern Pair
Ormolu
Early 19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Copper
1890s French Louis XVI Antique French Lantern Pair
Crystal, Bronze
1860s French Country Antique French Lantern Pair
Steel, Copper, Brass
Mid-19th Century French Gothic Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
1920s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Early 1900s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1890s French Louis XV Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1820s French Louis Philippe Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
1920s Art Deco Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Gothic Antique French Lantern Pair
Glass, Wood
1910s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1920s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1920s French Louis XVI Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1870s French Napoleon III Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1920s French French Provincial Antique French Lantern Pair
Steel, Iron
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass, Steel, Iron
Early 1900s French Empire Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique French Lantern Pair
Metal
Early 18th Century French Gothic Antique French Lantern Pair
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique French Lantern Pair
Metal
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique French Lantern Pair
Metal, Brass
1920s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
Early 19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Glass
19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Crystal, Ormolu
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1920s French Art Deco Antique French Lantern Pair
Crystal
Early 20th Century French Bohemian Antique French Lantern Pair
Glass
1920s French Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Lantern Pair
Wrought Iron, Metal
Early 20th Century French Empire Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
1870s French Napoleon III Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Lantern Pair
Brass
1920s Antique French Lantern Pair
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze, Copper, Ormolu
Early 20th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Ormolu
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Lantern Pair
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Lantern Pair
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Antique French Lantern Pair
Iron
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Finding the Right lanterns for You
Whether you’re in search of a functional fixture to help illuminate a room or just a minimalist ornamental touch, the choice of lighting is important. Selecting the perfect vintage, new or antique lanterns can transform an otherwise monotonous space in your home.
In the 1700s, lanterns became widely popular when accessibility broadened for whale oil, as fuel for lamps was one of its earliest uses. Lantern design evolved considerably during the mid- to late 19th century, when a powerful, adaptable fuel came into play: kerosene. Portable and immediately sought after, kerosene lamps were traditionally surrounded by a glass globe or tube that sat on a metal frame to protect the flame from spreading or extinguishing. (While reproductions abound, antique kerosene lanterns have since become collector's items.)
Later, in 1862, John H. Irwin created coil oil lamps, which were designed for coal oils as well as kerosene and lessened the risk of fire. They required plentiful oxygen to remain lit, and with refinements, the lamps could be used indoors. Lanterns increasingly came to be part of commercial spaces such as museums and theaters, and over time, lighting artisans worked to refine and perfect these innovative fixtures so that they weren’t only practical but also elegant, sophisticated additions to home decor.
Antiques inject a touch of classical chic into any space. With the right lantern, you could also deepen the impact of the collection of vases and vessels, sculptures or other decorative objects in a living room or dining room. It’s essential to find a balance between utility and aesthetics when choosing the perfect vintage–style lantern for your space, and the right lighting decisions can determine the underlying mood of a room as well as enhance the choices you’ve made for your home’s decor. While old-time charm is something to be cherished, there is lots to love in modern lanterns from today’s top furniture designers.
On 1stDibs, search by creator to find lanterns crafted by the likes of Woka Lamps, Barovier & Toso and Material Lust or browse the collection by style. From today’s standouts to mid-century modern classics to Art Deco–era innovations, find the best vintage, new or antique lantern for you now.
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