19th Century Marine Light Patinaed Copper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This working lantern is in a patinaed copper and in very good condition. Great nautical look in
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Lanterns
Copper
19th Century Marine Light Patinaed Copper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This working lantern is in a patinaed copper and in very good condition. Great nautical look in
Copper
Verdigris Copper Station Lantern, England, Circa 1820
Located in Culver City, CA
Verdigris copper station lantern England Circa 1820 Copper frame with natural verdigris
Copper
Sold|$18,750
Large Copper Bridge Lantern
Located in New York, NY
UK, circa 1880 Handpicked by the buyers at Ann-Morris, Inc. Natural Patina achieved over time. Height: 42inches Diameter: 26inches Depth at base: 15inches
Sold|$3,239
Very Large Decorative Copper Lantern
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A very large decorative copper lantern This copper hall lantern has a superb Verdigris
Large English Foster & Pullen Verdigris Copper Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Large English Foster & Pullen Verdigris copper lantern circa 1870. With screw fit top and
Copper
Bronze and Copper Outdoor Garden Lantern with Pulley
Located in Culver City, CA
Bronze and Copper outdoor garden lantern, original glass England circa 1880-1900
Brass, Copper
Sold|$960
Copper Arts and Crafts Lantern
Located in London, GB
A copper Arts and Crafts Lantern, with amber glazing. Available to view at Brunswick House
Three Large 48 Inch High Georgian Style Copper Hanging Lanterns
Located in Queens, NY
century. The lanterns are composed of copper with a green patina and feature leaded glass side panels. Two
Copper, Lead
Unusual Turn of the Century Copper and Quilted Glass Gas Lantern Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A highly unusual turn of the century porch gas lantern, with a unique quilted glass shade. The
Copper
19th Century English Verdigris and Painted Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English verdigris and painted lantern circa 1870. 19th century verdigris and
Copper
Sold|$22,000
Pair of American Copper and Brass Ship Lanterns
By A. Belokopytoff
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American copper and brass ship lanterns with original red colored directional glass inserts
French Glass Paneled Verdigris Green and Copper Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
French glass-paneled verdigris-green and copper lantern circa 1870-1909. Natural green patina on
Copper, Iron
19th Century French Antique Wall Mount Lantern Luchaire & Fils
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stately antique French copper gas light lantern with a copper top, brass details, brass burner
Metal, Copper
Large Arts & Crafts Beaten Copper Hall Lantern Ceiling Light
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Arts & Crafts beaten copper hall lantern ceiling light This large copper hall lantern is
Copper
Pair of French Copper, Glazed and Cast Iron Mounted Wall Lanterns
Located in Baambrugge, NL
of square section and tapering form, on foliate cast stems issuing from oval backplates.
Copper, Iron
Sold|$3,200 / item
Electrified Copper Lanterns 'or Candle lit'
Located in Culver City, CA
Weathered lanterns with remnants of period paint. Measures: 11.5” W x 10.5” D x 23” H.
Metal
An English Patinated Copper 2-Light Hanging Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
having an overal verdigris aged finish, with a shaped stepped finial and having a hinged top with decoratively pressed metal corners, the downwardly tapering sides having inset glass...
Sold|$11,250 / set
Pair of Pagoda Style Copper Wall Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Pagoda style copper wall lanterns. Restoration glass.
French 1880s Copper Four-Light Lantern with Glass Panels, US Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French copper lantern from the late 19th century, with four lights and weathered patina. Created
Copper
Pair of Monumental Antique Copper Street Lanterns with Verdigris Patina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent pair of large-scale antique copper lanterns, likely early 20th century, salvaged from
Copper
Art & Crafts Iron and Copper Hanging Lantern or Pendant
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a distinctive hexagonal Arts & Crafts iron and copper hanging lantern with etched glass
Copper, Iron
Sold|$5,833 / set
Pair of Late 19th Century Copper Venetian Lamps on Poles
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of late 19th century copper Venetian lamps on poles, circa 1890. Hexagonal in shape with
Copper
Rare 19th Century English Surgeons Copper Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
We are proud to offer a unique late 19th century English surgeons trade sign. Made from copper
Copper
French 1870s Napoléon III Period Copper Four-Light Lantern with Verdigris Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoléon III copper lantern from the late 19th century, with four lights and verdigris
Copper
Sold|$24,000 / set
Pair of French Copper Hanging Lanterns. Circa 1820-30
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French Copper hanging lanterns with decorative finial tops, four light clusters, hinged
Circa 1880 Late Victorian Pair of Huge Gothic Verdigris Lanterns Copper & Iron
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A substantial pair of copper and wrought iron gothic lanterns, likely to of been originally housed
Copper, Wrought Iron
Sold|$2,200
Wall Lantern
Located in New York, NY
19th Century English Copper Wall Lantern
Copper
Sold|$12,000
Pair of Venetian Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
18th/19th century Venetian copper repousse lanterns on painted wood poles
Copper
Pair Of Monumental English Regency Copper Lanterns With 3 - Light Clusters
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Monumental English Regency Copper lanterns with 3 - light clusters. Nicely detailed
Pair of French Copper and Wrought Iron Wall Lanterns. Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair French copper and wrought iron single light wall lanterns with hinged top, decorative floral
Sold|$4,200
Octagonal Lantern From Avignon
By Claude Lefebvre
Located in Chireno, TX
Octagonal lantern in iron and copper. Maker's tag; Claude Lefebvre, Tavers France.
Copper, Iron
Sold|$5,208 / set
Pair of late 19th century copper Venetian lamps on poles
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of late 19th century copper venetian lamps on poles circa 1890. Hexangonal in shape with
Tin
Sold|$550
Pair of Nautical Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Authentic pair of nautical port and starboard lanterns by Simpson Lawrence. Measures: 6 x 6 x 5.
Copper
Sold|$3,950
19thc Pair English Ship Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
19thc Pair Copper and Brass Ship Lanterns Completely Restored
Copper, Brass
English Arts & Crafts style lantern
Located in New York, NY
An English Arts and Crafts style copper lantern with domed top suspended from chain and canopy
Copper
Sold|$4,250
Pair of Port and Starboard Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Authentic pair of ship's copper port and starboard lanterns. Lanterns have clear Fresnel lenses
Copper
Sold|$14,000
A Near Pair of Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Greenwich, CT
A near pair of coppers hanging lanterns with bell tops over trapezoidal plates, by W. Edgar and Son
Copper, Brass
Sold|$5,284 / set
Matched Pair of Verdigris Hanging Lanterns
Located in London, GB
A matched pair of mid nineteenth century verdigris copper hanging lanterns, with pagoda form tops
Copper
Sold|$3,637
Large English 19thC Verdigris Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870. Large English 19thC Verdigris Lantern. Glazed hinged door with excellent
Copper
Sold|$3,800
Opaline Globe Lanterns. France, circa 1870
Located in Culver City, CA
Opaline globe lanterns France, circa 1870 13.75”diameter x 14”h x 41”h (with chain
Copper
Sold|$4,693
French Hanging Lantern
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fantastic 19th century French verdigris copper hanging lantern with chain. This is a fabulous 19th
Glass
19thC English Oversized Hexagonal Verdigris Statement Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1850. Exceptional 19thC English oversized hexagonal verdigris statement lantern with three
Copper
Sold|$19,033 / set
Exceptional Suite of 6 French Antique Restored Large Lanterns
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Exceptional suite of 6 French antique mid-19th century restored large lanterns. Expertedly
Copper
Sold|$19,033 / set
Exceptional Suite of 6 French Antique Restored Large Lanterns
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Exceptional suite of 6 French antique mid-19th century restored large lanterns. Expertedly
Copper
French copper ceiling fixture
Located in New York, NY
A French patinated copper ceiling fixture with molded shaped frame securing opaline globe having
Sold|$4,500
19th Century English Copper Street Lantern
Located in Wichita, KS
19th century English copper glazed street lantern in very good complete condition. Maker's stamp "W
Copper
French 19th Century Copper & Tole Verdegris Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautiful copper and tole lantern features glass panes and is adorned with circular finials at
Copper, Tin
19th Century English Glass and Copper Verdigris Wall Lantern Sconce
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A good original English 19th century copper wall lantern, of elegant design. Pierced crown
Copper
Elegant 19th c. Dutch Copper Lanterns - Pair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A desirable pair of Dutch copper and brass carriage house lanterns, the domed tops with pierced
Copper, Brass
Sold|$3,500
Copper Lantern
Located in New York, NY
UK circa 1880
Copper
19th Century Copper Carriage or Ship Lantern with Original Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic 19thc copper with amazing worn crusty patina surface. This cool lantern could be
Copper
19th Century Jewelled Copper Disco Lantern Pendant Light Moorish Islamic
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rather odd and fabulous faceted & jewelled copper lantern, likely to be American in origin
Copper
Antique Georgian / Victorian Early 19th Century Copper Verdigris Lantern, C.1820
Located in London, GB
Copper street lantern with natural verdigris made in England, circa 1820. Dating to the early
Copper
Diminuative Antique Victorian 19th Century Copper Verdigris Wall Lantern, C.1880
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed 19th century copper wall lantern in original condition. c.1880 In incredible
Copper
Antique Victorian Late 19th Century Copper Verdigris Lantern Light. C.1890
Located in London, GB
A pair of beautifully formed glazed copper lanterns with natural verdigris. c.1890 Finely
Copper
Huge Antique Victorian Late 19th Century Copper Verdigris Lantern Light. C.1890
Located in London, GB
An incredible copper street lantern with natural verdigris made in England. c.1890 Dating to the
Copper
Antique Victorian Mid 19th Century Copper Verdigris Lantern Light Lamp. C.1860
Located in London, GB
Copper street lantern with natural verdigris made in England. c.1860. Dating to the mid-late 19th
Copper
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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