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Elegant French 1930's lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very unusual lantern, it is quite different , to have light inside and outside, it is made of
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Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair of French 1930s Lantern Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 1930s French lantern sconces. Whimsical black painted metal sconces.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Elegant 1930's brass lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful 1930's Brass lantern, the patina is so much nicer in person
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Vintage 1930s American Lanterns
Materials
Brass
1930's French Empire Style Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French gilt bronze Empire style indoor lantern with glass panels inset.
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Vintage 1930s French Empire Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Large 1930s Iron Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large 1930s iron lantern.
Category
Vintage 1930s Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Restored 1930s Brass Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Restored 1930s brass lantern .
Category
Vintage 1930s Lanterns
Materials
Brass
French 1930s Steel Lantern
Located in London, GB
A French lantern in polished steel. Triangular in form with provision for three-light above.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Steel
1930's French Silver Plated Lantern with Etched Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French etched glass lantern with silver plated bronze fitting.
Category
Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Spanish 1930s Painted Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental, 1930s Spanish wrought iron and glass lantern chandelier in the Baroque style.
This
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Baroque Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Bronze and Copper Lantern or Pendant Dublin Ireland Beautifully 1930's (5) Avail
Located in Chicago, IL
Named the "Dublin Lantern" for the City of Dublin, Ireland and made from Solid Heavy Bronze with a
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Vintage 1930s English Country Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Copper
H 31.63 in Dm 24.25 in
1930s French bronze Lantern
Located in palm beach, FL
Beautiful bronze lantern with baroque decoration. Four sides in beveled glass, four candles in the
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Vintage 1920s French Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Spanish Wrought Iron and Reeded Glass Lantern, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spanish wrought iron and reeded glass 3-light lantern with acanthus leaves and roses though out
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Vintage 1930s Spanish Spanish Colonial Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Oversize Drum Lantern, 1930s, Sand-Colored Glass and Brass
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare oversize drum lantern from the 1930s. Minimalist brass-plated steel structure with sand
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Steel
1930's Art Deco Era Italian Murano Barovier & Toso Art Glass and Crystal Lantern
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's Art Deco Era Italian Barovier&Toso Murano Art Glass Hanging Lantern Fixture. This piece is
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Art Glass
Elegant Barovier Hand Blown Glass Pendant Lantern, 1930s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Barovier hand blown glass pendant lantern, 1930s.
Three E 14 light bulbs. Perfect vintage
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Industrial Ceiling Lights or Lanterns, circa 1930s
Located in Evergreen, CO
This industrial ceiling light has a black shade and glass globe with a cage. It is not wired but can be easily wired for use.
Category
Vintage 1930s European Industrial Lanterns
Materials
Metal
French Art Deco Crystal Brass Handcrafted Hexagonal Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind Art Deco handcrafted brass and crystal lantern, France, 1930s. Hexagonal brass
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Polychrome Italian Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's Italian polychromed lantern.
Measurements:
Minimum Drop: 20"
Diameter: 10" Square
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Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Wood
Lantern Pendant Antique in Bronze With Etched Glass Panels, France, 1930s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Amazing gilded bronze antique hall lantern with one lamp surrounded by sectional convex tapering
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Vintage 1920s French Baroque Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
French Art Deco Etched Glass Brass Bell Lantern Cloche Pendant, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
An elegant Art Deco etched glass and bronzed brass bell lantern, cloche pendant with beautiful
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Molded Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
American circa 1930's molded and textured glass pendant lantern.
Measurements:
Drop: 20"
Diameter
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Vintage 1930s American Lanterns
Materials
Glass
Gothic Style Verdigris Copper Lantern with Clear Seeded Glass, Circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
AHL3787
A vintage dome-topped hexagonal verdigris copper lantern glazed with seeded clear glass
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Vintage 1930s Gothic Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Copper
Rare Antique Ceiling Lantern in Gilt Bronze with Glass Panels, 1930s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Amazing gilded bronze double light antique hall lantern, the two scrolling light fittings with
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Vintage 1920s Baroque Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
French Art Deco Bronze and Clear Glass Four-Light Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
, France, 1930-1939. This lantern is in very good condition, no damages, rewired.
Four E-14 light candle
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Cut Crystal Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French cut crystal lantern.
Measurements:
Diameter: 10"
Minimun drop: 20.5".
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Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Metal
French Art Deco Patinated Iron, Bronze and Glass Four-Sided Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
, France, 1930s. A beautiful lantern for any space also suitable for covered outdoor areas. In very good
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Iron, Bronze
H 31 in W 9.75 in D 9.75 in
French Art Deco Patinated Iron Bronze and Glass Four-Sided Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
side, France, 1930s. A beautiful lantern for any space also suitable for covered outdoor areas. In good
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Iron
American Art Deco Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's silver art deco lantern with original glass insets and patina.
Measurements:
Height
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Vintage 1930s American Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
1930s French Louis XV style Nenuphar Bronze "Lily Pad" Floral w/ Crystal Lantern
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's French Louis XV Versailles style Nenuphar Bronze with Crystal Ceiling Lantern fixture. The
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Italian Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Italian Art Deco lantern with cast brass parts, two lights and four rounded edge glass panels
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Amber Blown Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930s Italian Amber blown glass lantern with iron work and an interior light
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Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Venetian Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian blown amber glass lantern with an iron frame and single interior light
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Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Pink Venetian Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's pink blown Murano glass lantern with iron frame.
Measurements:
Drop: 16
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Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Gilt Bronze Neoclassic Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Neoclassic style gilt bronze lantern with double interior cluster. The body
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Gilt Metal Italian Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 1930s Italian gilt metal lantern with three internal lights. Two available. Sold individually
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Gilt Metal and Crystals Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 1930s French gilt metal and crystals lantern with three interior lights. Original finish
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Turquoise Blown Glass Murano Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s blown turquoise colored Murano glass lantern with iron-work frame and one Edison
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Iron
French Art Deco Ceiling Lantern
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Pressed glass lantern.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Glass
French Lantern after Poillerat
Located in Stamford, CT
Cylindrical etched glass, wrought iron lantern with bronze trim.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage French Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French wrought iron light fixture with four interior lights.
Measurements:
Drop: 24
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Pagoda Shaped Crystal Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French crystal pagoda shaped lantern with beaded body with 4 interior lights
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Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Crystal
Venetian Blown Glass Murano Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 1930's venetian glass lantern, cranberry and clear glass with iron frame and interior light
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Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Large Italian Etched Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's Italian etched glass and lantern with interior lights cast bronze body
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
French Amber Glass Flower Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930s French lantern with amber colored glass leaves and two interior lights
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Art Glass
Folk Art Hand Made Twig Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1025 Folk Art hand made twig lantern.
Take one 60 watt Edison based bulb
Measures: Height to
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Vintage 1930s Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Monumental Lantern by Sabino
By Marius-Ernest Sabino
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A monumental French Art Deco chandelier, lantern-type by Ernest Sabino, from circa 1935, comprised
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Ormolu
French Iron Lantern
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France during the 1930s, this large iron lantern is the perfect addition to any space
Category
Vintage 1930s Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Bronze Finish Mica Lantern or Pendant Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bronze Finish Mica Pendant lantern or chandelier, probably English, circa 1930s. Would look great
Category
Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Stone, Metal
French Art Deco Molded Tiered Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco (1930s) clear and molded geometric design glass 3 tiered square shaped lantern.
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Lanterns
Chinese Old Pair Symbolic Longevity Effigy Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Pair -first we have seen
Unusual find.
One pair (2) "Longevity" calligraphy lanterns in
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Pair of Gilt Metal Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1930s English gilt metal lanterns with original finish. Sold individually
Category
Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Set of Molded Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of three French circa 1930s molded amber glass lanterns with one interior light. Sold
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Copper and Cut-Glass Lantern
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
sized bulb, France, 1930-1939.
Measures: Overall height 29" / 73. cm), adjustable height
Height
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Art Deco Copper and Cut-Glass Lantern
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
sized bulb, France, 1930-1939.
Measures: Overall height 29" / 73. cm), adjustable height
Height
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Pair of Vintage Amber Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A matched pair of circa 1930's American amber glass lanterns with patinated bronze fittings. Sold
Category
Vintage 1930s American Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Italian Four Glass Panel and Brass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Italian Art Deco glass panel lantern with two interior lights, circa 1930. Each glass
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Set of Gilt Metal & Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Set of four French circa 1930's gilt metal, gold leaf, silver leaf and crystal lanterns with molded
Category
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Pair of Large Lanterns From The Middlesex Hospital, London W1
Located in London, GB
apartments in the early 2000s.
This pair were made in the 1930s, tapering lanterns with spun copper tops
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron
Japanese Old Vintage Garden Lighting Lantern "Dancing Night Away"
Located in South Burlington, VT
This is the scarce and beautiful lantern "dancing the night away" .
From our recent acquisitions
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Pair of English Neoclassic Silver Plated Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930s English leaded glass lanterns with neoclassic details, silver plated finish
Category
Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Materials
Metal
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1930s Lanterns For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 1930s lanterns is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1930s lanterns — often made from metal, glass and iron — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of 1930s lanterns available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. 1930s lanterns made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — are very popular at 1stDibs. Asprey International Limited, Aldo Tura and Ercole Barovier each produced beautiful 1930s lanterns that are worth considering.
How Much are 1930s Lanterns?
Prices for 1930s lanterns start at $253 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $2,312.
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The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
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Questions About 1930s Lanterns
- What is a pagoda lantern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A pagoda lantern is a type of Japanese lantern that looks like a light basket or a light tower. It is a traditional lantern and is generally made of stone, wood, or metal. This type of lantern was used in Buddhist temples to line and illuminate paths. Shop a range of antique and vintage pagoda lanterns on 1stDibs.
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A lantern is a portable lighting device.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cherished part of Japanese culture, Japanese lanterns symbolize love, brightness and most important of all - protection from evil. Find a collection of expertly vetted Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pumpkin lantern is called a jack-o'-lantern. The tradition of carving pumpkins and other vegetables and using them to hold candles dates back to the 19th century when the Irish and Scottish began making the decorations around Halloween to ward off evil spirits. Find a range of antique and vintage lanterns on 1stDibs.
- Can lanterns be used outdoors?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not lanterns can be used outdoors depends on the piece. Ones crafted out of waterproof and rust-proof materials often work indoors and outdoors. Many are only suitable for display in covered outdoor or indoor areas. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and antique lanterns.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese lanterns are often made of paper or silk, with a bamboo wood frame. Traditionally a candle supplied the light, but many of them today are either battery or solar operated. Shop a collection of Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The difference between a lamp and a lantern is that a floor lamp or a table lamp is a generally stationary fixture, whereas lanterns are portable. Lanterns are typically designed with hooks or hoops on top, to allow them to be carried or hung, and today's lanterns' window panes are usually made of glass or plastic.
It's worth pointing out that exceptions to this “portable versus stationary” rule can be found in lanterns that are intentionally designed as permanent lighting fixtures for a space, whether it's to serve as patio lighting outdoors or to illuminate a living room.
There are many types of lighting to consider for your home, and since the days that saw lanterns powered by whale oil, kerosene and later, coal oil, lighting artisans have worked to refine and perfect these innovative fixtures so that they aren’t only practical but also elegant, sophisticated additions to home decor.
Find antique and vintage lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- How much are old lanterns worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Old lanterns are worth $50 to several hundred dollars, on average. The most valuable, which can fetch thousands of dollars, are fixed globe or presentation lanterns.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The various types of Japanese lanterns have different purposes and meanings. Chōchin refers to the traditional paper-covered lanterns which are designed to hang from a hook or pole. Tsuridourou are oil lanterns that hang from the ceiling, and are usually only seen in temples. Ishidourou are made of granite and can be found in gardens and temples, and are only used in special celebrations. You’ll find a collection of Japanese lanterns from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.
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