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Can lanterns be used outdoors?
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Whether 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, 2022
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Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light / Lantern, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and rattan / wicker weave flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp, Spain, 1960s.
This beautiful suspension lamp features a palm shaped rattan lampshade structure with petals made of rattan bars and woven wicker wire panels.
It hangs from a chain with round rattan links anternating with bamboo sticks ended topped by a wood canopy. The chain could be shortened to adjust it to the desired height.
It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area but also placed in a bedroom or bathroom to add a fresh midcentury accent in a beach house, countryside house or urban apartment.
Newly wired with an E27 bulb holder.
Overall measures: 46 cm diameter x 79 cm H ( overall height including chain and canopy)
The lampshade excluding chain and canopy: 46 cm diameter x 26 cm height
We are specialists in lighting and mirrors: A curated selection of rattan pendants and other lighting items is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. We invite you to check "more from this seller" to enjoy the whole collection.
Spanish Rattan Pendant Light...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Elegant Pair of Vintage Brass Wall Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
vintage solid brass lanterns, These aren't just lights; they are decorative outdoor lights ,ready to add unparalleled character and charm to your property.
These fixtures illuminatin...
Category
20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,200 / set
Japanese Large Bronze Bamboo Electrified Lantern with Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Exquisite Antique Interior Lighting Choice Emits Glow of Light
Japan, a good heavy hand cast bronze "bamboo" lantern with exquisite details from the Taisho (1920s) period.
May be ...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
1960s Red Metal Chinoiserie Chinese Pagoda Hanging Lantern Pendant Light
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa mid-20th century red metal single light hanging lantern / pendant light. Pagoda style lantern with a pierced chinoiserie cage around a white glass hurricane shade.
Dimensions:...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Lanterns
Materials
Metal
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Alhambra 1A Milk Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Unique Arts & Crafts Copper & Amber Glass Entry Hall Pendant Light / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
All-handcrafted Dutch Arts & Crafts entry hall pendant light / lantern, early 20th Century.
Bring a warm, atmospheric glow to any space with this stunning Arts & Crafts period lante...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Wire, Copper