19th c. English Verdigris Copper Hall Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
English 19th century copper hall lantern, now electrified, with wonderful natural verdigris surface
19th Century English Antique Copper Lantern
Copper
19th c. English Verdigris Copper Hall Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
English 19th century copper hall lantern, now electrified, with wonderful natural verdigris surface
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|$3,295
Ships Bow Lantern of Copper and Brass
Located in Norwell, MA
Dimensions: 15"H x 14"W x 8"D lantern, 24"H x 17"W wood grating Made: American Material: Copper Date: 1920
Copper
19th C. Venetian Style Copper Hanging Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Beautifully verdigris Venetian Style Hanging Lantern.
Copper
Sold|$1,100
French Copper and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Charming French Antique copper lantern with metal base. The lantern, without glass, has a wonderful
Metal, Copper
Sold|$1,475
Late 19th century Copper and Mica Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1768 Hand made dome top lantern with original mica panel converted to etectricity
Copper, Brass
Solid Copper Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Sturdy ships port and starboard ships lanterns with Fresnel glass lenses. With brass badges from
Copper
Sold|$1,568 / set
Pair of Copper and Brass Wall Lanterns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A pair of English copper and brass wall lanterns with good aged patina.
Brass, Copper
Late 19th Century French Copper Railroad Lantern
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Originally used for signaling, this French copper railroad lantern from the late nineteenth century
Copper
Sold|$839 / set
Pair of Copper Port and Starboard Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Size: 6" x 5 1/2" x 5" (depth). Finish: Copper period: Early 1900s, approximately. Manufacturer
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
American Copper Monumental Hanging Lantern, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
American copper six sided monumental hanging lantern with hinged door and double vented top
Copper
19th Century English Copper and Brass Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good English 19th Century gas lantern, now electrified and converted, having brass ring finial
Copper, Brass
A Pair of Large Copper Hanging Lantern Lampshades
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Large Copper Hanging Lantern Lampshades These Lampshades are in the form of a Large
Copper
Sold|$954
Copper Arts and Crafts Lantern
Located in London, GB
A copper Arts and Crafts Lantern, with amber glazing. Available to view at Brunswick House
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
Large Copper Wall Hanging Lantern This is a Large Copper street light style
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Copper Wall Hanging Lantern This is a Large Copper street light style Wall Lantern it has
Copper
Sold|$2,995
Pair of Copper Masthead Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of large copper Masthead lanterns from Griffith's & Sons of Birmingham, England. Clear fresnel
c.1910-1920 French Copper & Steel Hanging Lantern
Located in Highwood, IL
French copper and steel hanging lantern completely rewired by our in-house electrician. We left the
Copper, Steel
19th Century Iron and Copper French Railroad Lantern
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late 19th century iron and copper railroad lantern has glass on three sides and stands on four
Copper, Iron, Brass
Sold|$3,500 / item
19th Century French Copper and Black Metal Lanterns
Located in Round Top, TX
slightly. Lanterns are 19th century French, feature copper and black metal and brass fittings.
Metal, Brass, Copper
Grand Late 19th Century English Copper Hanging Lantern
Located in North Miami, FL
Exceptional antique large hanging light with four lights inside frosted panels and copper structure
Copper
19th Century French Large Copper and Glass Lantern
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century French large copper and glass lantern, circa 1880. Here we offer a great
Copper
Late 19th / Early 20th Century Antique Copper Hanging Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
Copper framed lantern with clear glass paneled sides and top. Beautiful original verigated green
Copper
Antique Italian Glass Paneled Copper and Iron Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
Antique Italian glass paneled copper and iron lantern circa 1900-1909. Not wired.
Copper, Iron
Antique Italian Glass Paneled Copper and Iron Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
Antique Italian glass paneled copper and iron lantern circa 1900-1909. Not wired.
Copper, Iron
Antique 19th Century Copper and Tin Railroad Lantern
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique, mid-19th century, copper and tin, railroad lantern was originally oil and has been
Brass, Copper, Steel
Antique Copper Hexagonal Lantern with New Reproduction Glass
Located in Houston, TX
The lantern has been newly wired in the US and has reproduction German wavy glass installed. It has
Copper
19th Century French Copper and Glass Paneled Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
19th century French Copper and glass paneled lantern circa 1850-1889. Beautiful natural verdigris
Copper, Steel, Iron
19th Century French Copper and Glass Paneled Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
19th century French green-painted copper and glass paneled lantern circa 1850-1889. Remnants of
Copper, Iron
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
Sold|$1,650
19th Century English Copper Post Lantern
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful 19th century English Copper Post Lantern, originally a gas lantern, now re-wired for
Champs-Elysees Hanging Lantern of Copper and Gilt Bronze
Located in Austin, TX
A hanging light fixture (or chandelier) of brass and copper from the Champs-Elysees featuring a
Copper, Ormolu
Sold|$5,181
19th Century Copper and Brass Lantern
Located in London, GB
An impressive copper and brass entrance hall lantern, late nineteenth century, the decorative brass
American Copper & Glass Dome Finial Hanging Lantern, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
American copper and glass eight-panel hanging lantern with centered vented dome finial, molded edge
Copper
Pair of Arts & Crafts Hammered Copper and Pebble Glass Lanterns
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Arts & Crafts hammered copper trapezoidal six sided lanterns with pebble glass panes.
Copper
19th century French large copper and glass street lantern
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century french large copper and glass lantern, circa 1880. Here we offer a great opportunity
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
Arts and Crafts Hand Beaten Copper Hall Lantern Ceiling Light
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Hand Beaten Copper Hall Lantern Ceiling Light This Charming Copper Hall Lantern is
Copper
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
19th Century American Copper and Brass Gas Lantern Sconce
Located in Atlanta, GA
having graduated flattened ball form finial and terminal, the curved glass panes housing a single electrified candle, the backplate in solid brass
Brass, Copper
Foster & Pullen Large English Copper & Glazed Square Lantern Verdigris Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
copper hanging lantern with a natural verdigris finish. Early 20th century in age Age related wear
Copper
Belgian Rococo Style Brass & Copper Octagonal Lantern, 19th/20th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hanging from a ring above a framework of brass scrolls, the body of this lantern is constructed of
Brass, Copper
Sold|$1,250
Arts and Crafts Copper Hanging Lantern
Located in Essex, MA
With domed flush fitting cap with three suspended lamps each with amber rippled glass. Rewired.
19th Century Large English Victorian Pagoda Verdigris Copper Glazed Lantern
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large copper and glazed Victorian exterior lantern, with the finest original verdigris surface
Copper
Early 20th Century French Brass and Copper Railroad Signal Lantern
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Originally used for signaling, this French brass and copper railroad lantern from the early
Brass, Copper
Sold|$9,600 / set
Pair of Green-Verdigris Copper French Lanterns
Located in Chireno, TX
Pair of green-verdigris copper French lanterns, circa 1880-1919. Copper, tole and iron lantern with
Brass, Iron, Tin
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.
Pair of Antique Copper French Lanterns in the 18th Century Style
Located in Highwood, IL
solid copper French exterior, or interior lanterns, with correct 18th century style reflectors, and
Copper
Sold|$1,200
19th c. French Copper and Brass Lantern
Located in Winter Park, FL
A lantern having four curved plexiglass windows on a copper and brass frame. The lantern was
Sold|$6,500 / set
Pair of Patinated Copper Art Deco Amsterdamse School Lanterns, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare pair of Art Deco Amsterdamse School lanterns. The design is attributed
Copper
Ships Solid Copper Anchor Lantern, Circa 1920
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship lantern with solid copper case, brass trim, hoisting and bale handle, etc. Highly polished and
Brass
Sold|$10,800 / set
Pair of Antique Italian Glass Paneled Copper and Iron Lanterns
Located in Chireno, TX
Pair of antique French glass paneled copper and iron lanterns circa 1860-1889. Sold together and
Copper, Iron
19th C Large Victorian English Sheet Copper & Glazed Lantern Verdigris Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A larger than the norm, glazed and sheet copper hanging lantern with a natural verdigris finish
Copper
Sold|$9,600 / set
Pair of 19th Century French Copper and Glass Paneled Lanterns
Located in Chireno, TX
Pair of 19th century French Copper and glass paneled lanterns circa 1865-1884. Blue-green verdigris
Copper, Iron
Pair of American Copper and Spelter Hanging Lanterns, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American Copper hanging lanterns with bulbous ringed pierced finials, spelter decorative
Brass, Copper, Spelter
Early 20th Century French Brass and Copper SNCF Railroad Switchman's Lantern
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French brass and copper railroad lantern from the early twentieth century is marked on the
Brass, 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.
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