Antique Hanging Lantern
19th Century American Empire Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
19th Century American Regency Antique Hanging Lantern
Tôle
Early 1900s Italian Baroque Antique Hanging Lantern
Giltwood
Early 20th Century German Vienna Secession Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
Early 20th Century German Vienna Secession Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Hanging Lantern
Copper
19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze
Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Hanging Lantern
Copper
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Hanging Lantern
Iron
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Hanging Lantern
Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal
Late 19th Century French Antique Hanging Lantern
Ormolu
19th Century Renaissance Antique Hanging Lantern
Wrought Iron
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Hanging Lantern
Crystal, Tin
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze
1830s American American Empire Antique Hanging Lantern
Late 19th Century French Antique Hanging Lantern
Iron
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Hanging Lantern
Tin, Silver Leaf
1870s American American Empire Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Hanging Lantern
Wrought Iron
1870s American American Empire Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass, Wire
Early 20th Century German Modern Antique Hanging Lantern
Silver Plate
1820s American American Empire Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass, Wrought Iron
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze
19th Century Victorian Antique Hanging Lantern
Copper
1760s Italian Rococo Revival Antique Hanging Lantern
Tin
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal
19th Century English Antique Hanging Lantern
Lead, Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Hanging Lantern
Tin
Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Hanging Lantern
Tin
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Hanging Lantern
Copper
19th Century Italian Antique Hanging Lantern
Early 20th Century Asian Moorish Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal
Early 20th Century Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze, Chrome
Late 19th Century French Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
19th Century European Antique Hanging Lantern
Iron
1920s Italian Antique Hanging Lantern
Wood
Early 20th Century French Bohemian Antique Hanging Lantern
Glass
Early 1900s French Louis XIV Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal
19th Century Moorish Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Hanging Lantern
Wrought Iron, Metal
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Hanging Lantern
Metal
19th Century Moroccan Antique Hanging Lantern
Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Hanging Lantern
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century American American Empire Antique Hanging Lantern
Iron
1820s Italian Neoclassical Antique Hanging Lantern
1880s High Victorian Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Antique Hanging Lantern
Bronze, Steel
1920s Italian Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Spanish Moorish Antique Hanging Lantern
Brass
19th Century English Georgian Antique Hanging Lantern
Copper, Lead, Tôle
19th Century French Antique Hanging Lantern
Iron
Early 20th Century American Antique Hanging Lantern
Steel
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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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