Antique Hanging Candle Lantern
19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Late 19th century charming George III style English carved wood antique partially gilt hanging
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Antique Late 19th Century English Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
H 29 in W 14 in D 14 in
Italian Scrolled Wrought Iron and Stained Glass Hanging Hall Lantern, C. 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
interior. Originally candle powered and has been electrified.
Antique lantern with colored stained glass
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Early 20th Century Italian Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 37.01 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Large Antique French Lantern Lamp Faceted Crystal Glass Bronze Brass 1880 - 1900
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Large antique french lantern or pendant lamp, France circa 1880 to 1920. Made of patinated brass
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Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
H 37.8 in Dm 11.82 in
Mamounia Moorish Glass Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, as a sconce on a wall bracket or as a hurricane candle lantern.
Handcrafted in Marrakech, Morocco by
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Materials
Metal
French Ceiling Lantern in Brass XX Century
Located in Lisboa, PT
high shine or given a patina for a more antique or rustic appearance.
Design: Brass lanterns come in a
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20th Century Lanterns
Materials
Brass
19th Century Mexican San Miguel Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive and ornately decorated antique electrified hanging lantern from San Miguel de
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Antique 19th Century Central American Rustic Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron, Tin
Vintage Brass & Wood Taper Candle Holder Handheld Sconce Lantern India 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage wall hanging candle holder crafted to resemble an antique brass grain scoop with turned
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Late 20th Century Rustic Candle Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 12.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Antique Victorian Bronze Hanging Lantern with Four Candle Interior Must See
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Antique Victorian circa 1880 bronze hanging lantern
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Antique 1880s High Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
H 33.27 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Pair Antique Chinese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lanterns
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of antique Chinese heavy cast iron pagoda garden lanterns with original patina, having a
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Antique 1890s Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Ironstone
Japanese Rare Oversized Owl Garden Candle Lantern with Antique Chain
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-992 Rare tall Japanese owl garden candle lantern supplied with antique chain for hanging.
Category
Mid-20th Century Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Antique French Napoleon III Gilded Bronze Chandelier, 1850s
Located in Asaa, DK
Antique French Napoleon III Gilded Bronze Chandelier, 1850s.
Elegant lantern shaped hanging
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Louis XV Bronze d’Ore & Crystal Chandelier, French, 19th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
candle cups and bobeches with a solid crystal center. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th
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Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze
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Art Deco Style Black Marble Quartz Top and Oval Brass Bar Cabinet or Counter
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Oval black bevelled quartz marble stone tray, curved and rounded lines bar or counter table sparkling and sophisticated with black lacquered wooden and brass finishes, opening shelve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Marble
H 41.74 in W 105.52 in D 33.08 in
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier.
All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique
Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass regular soc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Metal
Moroccan Moorish Hanging Metal Lantern with Milky Glass
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage large Moroccan Moorish hanging glass pendant from Marrakech with sandblasted glass in white milky glass with dark bronze color metal finish.
The Moroccan lantern has been rew...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall.
Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
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2010s American Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Moorish Granada Moroccan Pendant
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Smaller version of our elegant Granada Moroccan pendant, diamond shape clear glass Moroccan lantern with bronze metal finish.
This vintage handcrafted lantern has a small window to a...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs.
Also available in US wired.
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting.
Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Vintage Italian Chandelier, Brass and Murano Glass, made in Italy 1990
Located in Pambio Noranco, CH
Important Italian vintage chandelier, brass structure and Murano glass shades.
Made in Italy by a craftman, handmade.
Italy 1990
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Bergère Bed, Handmade in the Classic LXVI French Style by La Maison, London
Located in London, Park Royal
The Bergère bed is made in the classic French Louis XVI style. The styling of this period was founded on the "Beau Idéal", the idealisation of beauty, based on the purity and grander...
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2010s British Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 57.09 in W 77.17 in D 85.44 in
Classical Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white marble, these designs have not changed since Greek and Roman times, it carries superb artistic me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Stone Sinks
Materials
Marble
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silk
H 39.38 in Dm 37.41 in
Large Pair of Venetian Pendants, Mouth Blown Amber Glass in Wrought Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
These large size & marvelous shape mouth blown pendants / chandeliers are in near-mint condition.
To give you a better idea of the unique size of this striking, frosted glass Murano...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
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H 35 in Dm 14 in
Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
Each piece painted in underglaze-blue and heightened in gilding with an exotic bird perched upon peony branches, comprising: an oval soup tureen, cover and two stands, an 18" oval pl...
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Antique 1890s German Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Stunning 19th Century Art Nouveau Cast Iron French Daybed
Located in Hastings, GB
An absolutely gorgeous cast iron day bed, made in France circa 1890, the deeply cast floral design with acanthus leaves and scrolls, it exudes early French Nouveau influences.
The w...
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Daybeds
Materials
Iron
Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of
Colombian artist Fernan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights a...
Materials
Brass
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Large Antique English Copper Octagonal Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Houston, TX
English large antique copper lantern with a sphere corona above a three-tier graduated row of
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Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Highly Decorative Antique French Napoleon III Period Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Napoleon III period cast iron and tole peinte hanging lantern; with a cylindrical
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Antique Late 18th Century French Napoleon III Lanterns
ON SALE Lantern Reproduction Tudor Laura Lee With Seeded Glass
Located in San Francisco, CA
Reproduction Tudor lantern hanging salmon finish with seeded glass.
Four lights with wax candle
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tudor Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Antique Majolica Hanging Lantern
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
interesting and unusual hanging pottery lantern that can be wired or hold a candle
Category
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Majolica
Hanging Metal Lantern with 4 Lights
Located in Atlanta, GA
A hanging metal lantern with 4 lights with wax candles and glass panes.
William Word Fine
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20th Century Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak & Leaded Glass Hanging Lantern, circa 1910
By Mission Arts & Crafts
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission hanging lantern offers oak construction with stylized shield
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Lead
H 20.25 in W 11.5 in D 11.25 in
Japanese Antique Signed "Harvest Moon Tsukimi" Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
comes this big beautiful antique hand wrought "harvest moon tsukumi”
lantern or ikebana vase in a large
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Japanese Big Antique Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter
Located in South Burlington, VT
beautiful and antique hand cast "full moon" lantern or ikebana vase in a large scale size
complete with an
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels
Japan, a fine large antique heavy and hand cast
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Old Big Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter and Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
large scale size
complete with an antique 68" iron link chain.
The red bronze lantern is finished in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Japan Antique "Full Moon" Lantern with Antique Suspension Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
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lantern or ikebana vase in a large scale size complete with an antique 52 inch suspension iron link chain
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Antique Blue Glass Chandelier, 1930s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Antique turquoise blown glass lantern chandelier.
Unusual Antique blue glass lantern. The glass
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Antique Copper Hanging Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique hanging lantern with three lights in a beautifully aged copper patina. Features new glass
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Vintage 1920s Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Japanese Bronze Hanging Lantern/ Bronze Lamp / Antique Casting Lantern
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
for hanging.
vintage chain.
This item is in very good condition.
It is recommended.
Lantern
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Hand Blown Glass Garden Bell Cloche / Hanging Light Ceiling Lantern pendant LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Beautifully handmade garden bell lanterns turned into a hanging light lantern. Beautiful hand blown
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20th Century French Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Japanese Antique "Harvest Moon" Lantern With Antique Suspension Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
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lantern or ikebana vase in a large scale size complete with an antique 68" suspension iron link chain
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Iron
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H 81 in W 12 in D 3 in
Japanese Antique Small "Crescent Moon" Lantern with Antique Suspension Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
"harvest moon tsukumi”
lantern or ikebana vase in a smaller scale size complete with an antique 44
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Iron, Copper
2 bids
H 51 in W 7 in D 1.75 in
Japanese Antique Signed "Flying Bird" Harvest Moon Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
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lantern or ikebana vase in a large scale size complete with an antique 70" suspension iron link chain
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Japanese Big Antique Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter
Located in South Burlington, VT
vessel or a unique candle holder. Quality craftsmanship.
This is a large 12.5 inch tall bronze lantern
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Large Bronze and Mica Antique Gothic Revival Lantern '2 Available'
Located in San Francisco, CA
the look. It has 7 lights, 6 with large, 9" polybeeswax candle covers; and 1 hanging down in the
Category
Early 20th Century Renaissance Revival Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights
Located in South Burlington, VT
, rice paper is often cut to fit stone lantern windows to increase reflection of candles placed inside
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japan Exquisite Vintage Dragon Lantern Newly Electrified
Located in South Burlington, VT
stone lantern windows to increase reflection of candles placed inside them. Soon these paper lenses
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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Antique French Hanging Lantern or Chandler
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant antique lantern made of twisted copper, brass columns and bronze top plate and crown.
The
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Antique Early 1900s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Japanese Pair Bronze Owl Garden Candle Lanterns with Antique Chain
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese pair garden owl candle lanterns with ornate hanging chain.
Category
Vintage 1950s Garden Ornaments
Materials
Bronze
French Vintage Brass and Cut Clear Glass Hexagonal Hanging Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
French vintage brass and cut clear glass hexagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1950s.
This
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian 19th Century Silver Gilt Hanging Candle Sconces with Bead Chains
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian, 19th century hanging sconces. This pair of antique Italian sconces have been
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Antique 19th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 25.25 in W 9 in D 10 in
Hanging Lantern Ceiling Metal Copper Light Pendant hand made rustic old style
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This charming large 17th-18th century Classic Louis XIV style antique look hanging copper lantern
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21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XIV Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Copper
H 32 in W 20 in D 20 in
Japanese Fine Antique Bronze "Hollyhock" Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions, 16 inches tall
A charming Japanese Antique Bronze Hanging
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Pair "Pineapple Welcome" Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
) of old "Pineapple" motif tea garden lanterns are rarely found.
This simple exotic fruit is said to
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Pair "Pineapple Welcome" Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
, this handsome quality pair (2) of old "Pineapple" motif tea garden lanterns is the first pair we have
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Pair "Pineapple Welcome" Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
quality pair (2) of old "Pineapple" motif tea garden lanterns are rarely encountered as a pair.
This
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Japanese Fine Early Antique Bronze Lantern 150 Years Old, Mint Condition
Located in South Burlington, VT
"Sun and Leaf" geometric pattern hanging lantern - the first of this design we have had the honor of
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Pair of Gilt Red Wall Candle Holders Italian Candelabra Brackets
Located in Milan, IT
antique iron wall candle holders are fully handmade with elegant scrolling foliate patterns, flowers, an
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
H 25.99 in W 3.94 in D 21.66 in
Antique English Copper Verdigris Lantern, circa 1890
Located in Houston, TX
. The large-scale is quite desirable and the antique lantern is equipped with a canopy and hanging chain
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Antique Bell Jar Lantern with Diamond Etching
Located in Heath, MA
lantern when hanging. Originally for a candle, the light has been newly electrified with a three-bulb
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Bell Jar Lantern with Trellis Etching
Located in Heath, MA
An exceptional, larger-sized English bell jar lantern with etched trellis motif. This circa 1870
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Melon Bell Jar Lantern from Belgium
Located in Heath, MA
This circa 1870 melon- or pumpkin-shaped bell jar lantern is a rare find. The quality of its hand
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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Dutch Colonial Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Set of Antique Petite Bell Jar Lanterns with Grape Etching
Located in Heath, MA
A rare suite of three charming antique English hand blown glass bell jar lanterns with an etched
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Lantern Style Candleholders
Located in Culver City, CA
These lantern style candleholders come in two sizes 32 inches tall and 9.5 inches square or 30
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns
Wonderful English Copper Street Lantern
Located in Woodbury, CT
interesting, this former gas lantern has been restored and electrified with an antique brass cluster of 4
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Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Rare Estate Sized Copper Lantern
Located in Woodbury, CT
hanging fixture and electrified it with a custom-made antiqued brass cluster of 4 candles (max 300 W
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Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
19th C English Copper Street Lantern
Located in Woodbury, CT
to a hanging lantern and added a custom-made antiqued brass lighting cluster with 4 candle sockets
Category
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Materials
Glass
English Regency-Style Bronze Center Hall Lantern
Located in Woodbury, CT
glass. We have also electrified the lantern with a custom-made "antiqued" cluster of three candles
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Early 20th Century English Regency Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Estate-Sized Pair of English Copper Hexagonal Lanterns
Located in Woodbury, CT
preview before they go for electrical conversion into hanging lanterns. Of exceptional scale, condition
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Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Materials
Copper, Iron, Brass
Estate-Sized Pair of English Copper Hexagonal Lanterns
Located in Woodbury, CT
electrified and converted them into hanging lanterns. Of exceptional scale and condition, they have a
Category
Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Materials
Glass
Antique Japanese Bronze Hanging Lantern
Located in Summerland, CA
Early 1900s Japanese bronze lantern. Large six sided pierced design with dragons and family crest
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Antique Etched Globe Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
An antique globe bell jar lantern with lovely form and a finely etched vine motif, circa 1890. The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Dutch Colonial Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Etched Melon Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
An antique etched melon- or pumpkin-shaped bell jar lantern from Belgium, circa 1890. The quality
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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Cranberry Globe Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
An exceptional lantern in our bell jar collection, this circa 1870 globe pendant has pleasing form
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Aqua Blue Melon or Pumpkin Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
A rare antique Belgian melon bell jar lantern features excellent quality aqua-blue hand blown glass
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Dutch Colonial Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Bell Jar Lantern with Trellis Etching
Located in Heath, MA
ensure the integrity of the bell jar when hanging. Originally for candles, the lantern has been newly
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown High Victorian Lanterns
Materials
Brass
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Antique Hanging Candle Lantern For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique hanging candle lantern you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique hanging candle lantern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and iron. Your living room may not be complete without an antique hanging candle lantern — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique hanging candle lantern is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Berber Tribes of Morocco each produced at least one beautiful antique hanging candle lantern that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique Hanging Candle Lantern?
The average selling price for an antique hanging candle lantern at 1stDibs is $2,129, while they’re typically $425 on the low end and $95,000 for the highest priced.
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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