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How do you identify antique railroad lanterns?
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To identify antique railroad lanterns, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on the bottom. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your lantern based on these markings, and then you can research the company to find out when it was in business and making lanterns similar to yours. To be considered an antique, a railroad lantern must be at least 100 years old. If you can't find a maker's marking, it's generally necessary to use the characteristics of a lantern to date it. Because this can be difficult without experience and training, you may wish to seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer when identifying unmarked railroad lanterns. Explore a selection of lanterns on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
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Vintage Solid Brass & Verdigris Patina Outdoor/Indoor Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your home or garden with this vintage funky generously sized solid brass lantern, showcasing a magnificent mix original and enhance verdigris patina. This isn't just a lig...
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Brass
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.
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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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...
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20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,200 / set
Japan Set Two Antique Orb Lanterns, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unusual Opportunity
Hard to find set of two (2) matching modernist round orb lanterns.
Japan, a set of hand cast round lanterns coming from a New England garden, Taisho period. ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
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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...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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Elegant Pair of Vintage Brass Wall Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
genuine vintage solid brass lanterns, meticulously crafted with a distinctive Georgian-inspired design. These aren't just lights; they are pieces of history, ready to add unparallele...
Category
20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
$1,200 / set