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Rose Gold Back Painted Mirror No. 01, France 1920s
Rose Gold Back Painted Mirror No. 01, France 1920s

Rose Gold Back Painted Mirror No. 01, France 1920s

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite piece from the 1920s, this French rose gold mirror was salvaged from a quaint, dimly lit brasserie in the South of France. Its large-scale design is gracefully outlined ...

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Lit

Materials

Mirror

Rose Gold Back Painted Mirror No. 03, France 1920s
Rose Gold Back Painted Mirror No. 03, France 1920s

Rose Gold Back Painted Mirror No. 03, France 1920s

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite piece from the 1920s, this French rose gold mirror was salvaged from a quaint, dimly lit brasserie in the South of France. Its large-scale design is gracefully outlined ...

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Lit

Materials

Mirror

Georgian Convex Giltwood Bullseye Mirror with a Dragon
Georgian Convex Giltwood Bullseye Mirror with a Dragon

Georgian Convex Giltwood Bullseye Mirror with a Dragon

Located in Bradenton, FL

These mirrors were highly functional in a dimly lit room owing to their light-magnifying qualities.

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Lit

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Beautiful Art Deco Tortoiseshell Frame by Finnigans of New Bond St. London, 1922
Beautiful Art Deco Tortoiseshell Frame by Finnigans of New Bond St. London, 1922

Beautiful Art Deco Tortoiseshell Frame by Finnigans of New Bond St. London, 1922

By Finnigans, London 1

Located in London, GB

The fine shell has a very attractive light and shade patina which looks stunning when back lit. The cast silver gives adds to the overall quality and it is complete with the origina...

Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Lit

Large Arts and Crafts Stained Glass Hall Lantern Ceiling Light
Large Arts and Crafts Stained Glass Hall Lantern Ceiling Light

Large Arts and Crafts Stained Glass Hall Lantern Ceiling Light

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Arts and Crafts Stained Glass Hall Lantern Ceiling Light This Large Hall Lantern is of Classic Arts and Crafts design, it has opaque leaded glass panels set with opaline and...

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Lit

Materials

Stained Glass

Antique Art Deco Internalite Illuminated Brass Glass Hanging Smiths Clock
Antique Art Deco Internalite Illuminated Brass Glass Hanging Smiths Clock

Antique Art Deco Internalite Illuminated Brass Glass Hanging Smiths Clock

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in Sale, GB

- Fabulous decorative item, stunning when lit, the clock is illuminated from both the top and bottom and is a larger variant to most "Internalite" signage seen

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Lit

Materials

Brass

Mocha Pottery Double Cat's Eye-Decorated Jug, circa 1820
Mocha Pottery Double Cat's Eye-Decorated Jug, circa 1820

Mocha Pottery Double Cat's Eye-Decorated Jug, circa 1820

Located in Downingtown, PA

The spout with a moulded fleur de lit below and the handle with moulded terminals.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Antique Lit

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

French Hand-Carved Alabaster Hanging Light Fixture with Cast Brass Chain
French Hand-Carved Alabaster Hanging Light Fixture with Cast Brass Chain

French Hand-Carved Alabaster Hanging Light Fixture with Cast Brass Chain

Located in Troy, MI

Alabaster is marbled throughout with warm apricot hues and when lit, the bowl’s translucency creates a gorgeous glow.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Lit

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Rare 18th Century Piano Signed and Numbered by Maison Erard, France
Rare 18th Century Piano Signed and Numbered by Maison Erard, France

Rare 18th Century Piano Signed and Numbered by Maison Erard, France

By Maison Erard

Located in Paris, FR

Famous composers as Beethoven or Haydn, the Queen Marie Antoinette and the pianist Franz Lits had the pianos Erard . In 1787 when this piano was ade, Mozart was alive, and Marie Ant...

Category

18th Century French Antique Lit

Materials

Mahogany

Very Large French Brass Church Candelabra, Ecclesiastical Artefact
Very Large French Brass Church Candelabra, Ecclesiastical Artefact

Very Large French Brass Church Candelabra, Ecclesiastical Artefact

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This splendid piece comes from the southern part of France, The tall central column is supported on a triangular base mounted by mythical beasts, and the top has twining leaves and ...

Category

Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Lit

Materials

Brass

Superb Quality French Brass and Etched Glass Lantern
Superb Quality French Brass and Etched Glass Lantern

Superb Quality French Brass and Etched Glass Lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A superb quality French brass and etched glass lantern This lovely light is has six flat etched glass panels and another at the bottom, there are all cut with a starburst and give...

Category

Early 20th Century Bohemian Antique Lit

The Gay Parisienne

The Gay Parisienne

By Hyland Ellis

Located in Buffalo, NY

She seems to be stepping out of the poster thru a lit stylized entrance. The softness of line in the face and hat contrast with the flat planes that make up her dress and the backgro...

Category

19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lit

Materials

Lithograph, Paper

British Sailor's Woolwork of a Royal Navy Ship Passing Land with the Sun Set
British Sailor's Woolwork of a Royal Navy Ship Passing Land with the Sun Set

British Sailor's Woolwork of a Royal Navy Ship Passing Land with the Sun Set

Located in Downingtown, PA

In the background is a setting bright red sun with the sky lit red by its reflection. Dimensions: 21 3/4 inches high x 33 1/2 inches wide.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Antique Lit

Materials

Wool

Tibetan Needle Case
Tibetan Needle Case

Tibetan Needle Case

Located in Chicago, IL

Healers insert small needles into acupuncture points on the body, affixing a cone-shaped amount of the herb that is lit and burned to create a pleasant, heating sensation deep in the...

Category

Mid-19th Century Tibetan Antique Lit

Materials

Silver, Steel

Chinese Lantern with Gilt Finials
Chinese Lantern with Gilt Finials

Chinese Lantern with Gilt Finials

Located in Chicago, IL

Embellished with carved and gilded lotus flowers, this ornate Chinese lantern would have originally been lit with candles to illuminate a very fine courtyard home in Northern China.

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Lit

Materials

Glass, Elm

"Le Parc Monceau" by Henri Biva
"Le Parc Monceau" by Henri Biva

"Le Parc Monceau" by Henri Biva

By Henri Biva

Located in Wiscasset, ME

His landscapes often focused on the shape and color of small plants beside streams or the smooth surfaces of tree trunks, while his still life’s took on an almost disembodied appeara...

Category

1910s French Antique Lit

Beautiful Large Early 20th Century Empire Style Bowl Chandelier
Beautiful Large Early 20th Century Empire Style Bowl Chandelier

Beautiful Large Early 20th Century Empire Style Bowl Chandelier

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Beautiful large early 20th century Empire style bowl chandelier This is a stunning piece, it has an bright brass frame, at the top there is an elaborated ceiling rose decorated wi...

Category

1920s Empire Antique Lit

Vintage Early 20th Century Bronze Figural Wall Sconces attributed to Oscar Bach
Vintage Early 20th Century Bronze Figural Wall Sconces attributed to Oscar Bach

Vintage Early 20th Century Bronze Figural Wall Sconces attributed to Oscar Bach

By Oscar Bruno Bach

Located in Bronx, NY

These "drums" feature dark amber glass enclosed within a gold dore' design & scrolling skirt. When lit, they provide an ambience to any interior & succeed in making a dramatic statem...

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Lit

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Firefighter Shashiko Jacket, Showa Period 1920
Japanese Firefighter Shashiko Jacket, Showa Period 1920

Japanese Firefighter Shashiko Jacket, Showa Period 1920

Located in San Francisco, CA

HISTORY Sashiko (刺し子, lit. 'little stabs') is a type of traditional Japanese embroidery or stiching used for the decorative and/or functional reinforcement of cloth and clothing.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Lit

Materials

Metal

C. Borelli - Late 19th Century Oil, Portrait Of A Medieval Woman
C. Borelli - Late 19th Century Oil, Portrait Of A Medieval Woman

C. Borelli - Late 19th Century Oil, Portrait Of A Medieval Woman

Located in Corsham, GB

The warmth of the light and palette gives the sitter's skin a glow as though lit by candlelight. The artist shoes clear skill in the delicate rendering of the facial features, in par...

Category

19th Century Antique Lit

Materials

Oil

"The Lake at Nenuphars" by Henri Biva
"The Lake at Nenuphars" by Henri Biva

"The Lake at Nenuphars" by Henri Biva

By Henri Biva

Located in Wiscasset, ME

His landscapes often focused on the shape and color of small plants beside streams or the smooth surfaces of tree trunks, while his still lifes took on an almost disembodied appearan...

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Lit

1920s Heavily Carved Asian Jade Table Lamp
1920s Heavily Carved Asian Jade Table Lamp

1920s Heavily Carved Asian Jade Table Lamp

Located in New Windsor, NY

The mineral obviously contains natural inclusions and the colors vary. The colors, when lit up with the interior light, range from celadon green to light brown.

Category

1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lit

Materials

Jade, Brass

Painted and Stained Glass Window, Leaded Glass Church Window
Painted and Stained Glass Window, Leaded Glass Church Window

Painted and Stained Glass Window, Leaded Glass Church Window

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This is a magnificent piece when lit from behind. The Window comes in a strong but make-shift frame, it is sound and in good all round condition The window is 94” tall and it is...

Category

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lit

Materials

Art Glass

Intricately Detailed Late Victorian Gas 3-Light Chandelier '2 available'
Intricately Detailed Late Victorian Gas 3-Light Chandelier '2 available'

Intricately Detailed Late Victorian Gas 3-Light Chandelier '2 available'

Located in San Francisco, CA

The simply designed heavy milk glass shades, not original to this chandelier, create a pleasing glow when lit. We have 2 available (price listed is for one), plus one 4-light version...

Category

Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Lit

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Copper

19th Century French Pine Single Sleigh Bed in Rustic Country Style
19th Century French Pine Single Sleigh Bed in Rustic Country Style

19th Century French Pine Single Sleigh Bed in Rustic Country Style

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Pine Single Sleigh Bed Lit Bateau A 19th Century French Rustic Pine single sleigh bed This is a good solid piece of Pine Furniture, it is made from good quality pine and has ...

Category

19th Century Country Antique Lit

Materials

Pine

Large Chinese Porcelain Figural Blue and White Vase, 19th Century
Large Chinese Porcelain Figural Blue and White Vase, 19th Century

Large Chinese Porcelain Figural Blue and White Vase, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Ovoid with flared mouth, finely painted with a continuous scene of court figures performing a tea ceremony and ladies attending an artist painting a scroll, featuring 15 seated and s...

Category

19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Lit

Materials

Porcelain

French Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Bed
French Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Bed

French Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Bed

Located in Dallas, TX

A French Louis XVI style bed in carved beechwood with a walnut finish is from the early 20th century. It is called a lit en bateau in French due to it shape, curving out on both the ...

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lit

Materials

Beech

Josef Hartwig Bauhaus Chess Set
Josef Hartwig Bauhaus Chess Set

Josef Hartwig Bauhaus Chess Set

By Josef Hartwig

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

The board is rare to find and would appear to be original to this set which comes with great provenance in that it was gifted to the prior owners in 1926. Lit. Experimental Bauhaus ...

Category

1920s German Bauhaus Antique Lit

Mid 19th Century Oil - A Bedtime Story
Mid 19th Century Oil - A Bedtime Story

Mid 19th Century Oil - A Bedtime Story

Located in Corsham, GB

The figures are softly lit by the glow of the fire which gently illuminates the scene.

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Lit

Materials

Oil

Vintage Alabaster Gold Leaf Crystal Pendant
Vintage Alabaster Gold Leaf Crystal Pendant

Vintage Alabaster Gold Leaf Crystal Pendant

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The natural veining of the alabaster creates a warm, diffused glow when lit, offering both functionality and sculptural beauty.

Category

1920s Italian Empire Antique Lit

Materials

Crystal, Alabaster, Gold Leaf

C. Borelli - Late 19th Century Oil, Portrait Of A Medieval Woman
C. Borelli - Late 19th Century Oil, Portrait Of A Medieval Woman

C. Borelli - Late 19th Century Oil, Portrait Of A Medieval Woman

Located in Corsham, GB

The warmth of the light and palette gives the sitter's skin a glow as though lit by candlelight. The artist shoes clear skill in the delicate rendering of the facial features, in par...

Category

19th Century Antique Lit

Materials

Oil

Pair of vintage mitre cornered display cabinets
Pair of vintage mitre cornered display cabinets

Pair of vintage mitre cornered display cabinets

Located in Alton, GB

Finished off internally with brass and iron hardware, glazed shelves and a mirrored base for extra visual impact. Were originally lit but this has been removed, very easy to replace ...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Lit

Materials

Brass

"Centaur and Nymph, " Important Study for "Rape of Europa" by Hale
"Centaur and Nymph, " Important Study for "Rape of Europa" by Hale

"Centaur and Nymph, " Important Study for "Rape of Europa" by Hale

By Philip Leslie Hale

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Both figures are enframed by a large wing, brilliantly lit in tones of coral and gray, all executed with the pure pigments of pastel.

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Lit

Gold Studded Candle Sconce by Brian Stanziale
Gold Studded Candle Sconce by Brian Stanziale

Gold Studded Candle Sconce by Brian Stanziale

By Brian Stanziale

Located in Chicago, IL

Its golden interior casts a warm glow over its surroundings, lit by the twinkling light of a tealight or votive candle set below.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Lit

Materials

Metal

A Large & Impressive Green Coloured Match-Striker Dated London 1895
A Large & Impressive Green Coloured Match-Striker Dated London 1895

A Large & Impressive Green Coloured Match-Striker Dated London 1895

Located in London, GB

They come in to their own when lit nicely & when presented complete with some large size matches as shown.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Lit

Materials

Silver

Jeweled Leaded Glass Apothecary Trade Sign
Jeweled Leaded Glass Apothecary Trade Sign

Jeweled Leaded Glass Apothecary Trade Sign

By Ross Johnson Drug Co

Located in Peekskill, NY

The inside top is reinforced with a welded steel frame and an open mesh that allows the pestle to be lit. We have this in the shop window and it stops traffic.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lit

Antique Swedish Folk Art Hand-Crafted Iron Lantern
Antique Swedish Folk Art Hand-Crafted Iron Lantern

Antique Swedish Folk Art Hand-Crafted Iron Lantern

Located in Kramfors, SE

It’s possible to use with a lit candle but if so, please keep in mind that it becomes very warm.

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Lit

Materials

Iron

Lalique Perche Automobile Mascot
Lalique Perche Automobile Mascot

Lalique Perche Automobile Mascot

By Lalique

Located in New Orleans, LA

Once in place, these mascots could also be lit in a spectrum of colors by a light filter in the base, set above a light bulb, which would spin as the car gained speed.

Category

19th Century French Art Deco Antique Lit

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Pair of 20th Century Frosted Glass Hanging Lantern
Pair of 20th Century Frosted Glass Hanging Lantern

Pair of 20th Century Frosted Glass Hanging Lantern

Located in Malton, GB

The amount of work in the frame of these is incredible as well as the design in front of the glass which looks great when lit. These would look amazing kept as a pair hanging inside ...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Lit

Materials

Iron

3 Wall lamps ice glass by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s
3 Wall lamps ice glass by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s

3 Wall lamps ice glass by J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar Franken KG, 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Oirlo, LI

The relief glass creates a beautiful light effect when the lamps are lit. These mid-century wall lamps are of high quality and still in very good and original condition.

Category

1660s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Lit

Materials

Metal

Jeweled Leaded Glass Apothecary Trade Sign
Jeweled Leaded Glass Apothecary Trade Sign

Jeweled Leaded Glass Apothecary Trade Sign

By Ross Johnson Drug Co

Located in Peekskill, NY

The inside top is reinforced with a welded steel frame and an open mesh that allows the pestle to be lit. We have this in the shop window and it stops traffic.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lit

Early 20th century Italian Pair of Nautical Lanterns, 1920s
Early 20th century Italian Pair of Nautical Lanterns, 1920s

Early 20th century Italian Pair of Nautical Lanterns, 1920s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Italian manufacturer's stamp on each lantern, "Bottaro Giovanni Mura di Molo Genova". Each lantern was lit by an oil lamp which can be accessed through a small door on the back or on...

Category

1920s Italian Antique Lit

Materials

Brass

Victorian Bamboo Decorated Fire Screen
Victorian Bamboo Decorated Fire Screen

Victorian Bamboo Decorated Fire Screen

Located in Wisbech, England

This is a lovely piece, that would be great for decorating a fireplace (not for use when the fire is lit). A great item with a beautiful decoration.

Category

Early 1900s Victorian Antique Lit

Materials

Bamboo

19th Century French Silver Plate Louis XVI Three-Light Bouillotte Table Lamp
19th Century French Silver Plate Louis XVI Three-Light Bouillotte Table Lamp

19th Century French Silver Plate Louis XVI Three-Light Bouillotte Table Lamp

Located in Berlin, DE

The tole shade can slide down the central shaft, which is topped by a neoclassical pine cone motif and be secured by a screw to accommodate the dwindling length of the lit candles. T...

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lit

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Brigata Savoja - Lithograph Mid 1800

Brigata Savoja - Lithograph Mid 1800

Located in Roma, IT

Signed on the plate "Petrone" in the lower left margin. " Lit. D. Festa, 1835, con permis". In very good conditions except some stains, lightly damaged in lower margin, and normal b...

Category

Mid-19th Century Old Masters Antique Lit

Materials

Lithograph

A Chinese Zitan Scholar's Tray
A Chinese Zitan Scholar's Tray

A Chinese Zitan Scholar's Tray

Located in Austin, TX

Zitan, (lit. purple sandalwood) is an extremely dense and finely grained tropical hardwood.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Lit

19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze and Tole Bouillotte Lamp
19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze and Tole Bouillotte Lamp

19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze and Tole Bouillotte Lamp

Located in Berlin, DE

The tole shade can slide down the central shaft and be secured by a screw to accommodate the dwindling length of the lit candles. This table lamp is a fine variety of the renowned Bo...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lit

Materials

Bronze, Tôle

Four-Arm Chandelier, Arts & Crafts
Four-Arm Chandelier, Arts & Crafts

Four-Arm Chandelier, Arts & Crafts

Located in Petaluma, CA

No small feat if you know anything about this kind of work. The shades look great lit, or unlit. They also worked perfectly on this chandelier.

Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Lit

Materials

Bronze

Working Glass Dome Scientific Pump
Working Glass Dome Scientific Pump

Working Glass Dome Scientific Pump

By Janette Mfg

Located in Peekskill, NY

The inside of the dome is lit by it's original fixture and bulb. The dome has an impressive 14 inch diameter and sits on a solid cast iron pedestal.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Lit

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Milk Glass 2 Piece Pendent Lamp - Estate Find
Large Milk Glass 2 Piece Pendent Lamp - Estate Find

Large Milk Glass 2 Piece Pendent Lamp - Estate Find

By Brascolite

Located in Peekskill, NY

These larger Brascolite is difficult to find and this 17 inch diameter example is a real show piece.It also gives off a pleasing warm glow when lit. For any questions or net pricing...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lit

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Pendant Light by Peter Behrens, Opaline Glass, 1910s, Adjustable
Art Deco Pendant Light by Peter Behrens, Opaline Glass, 1910s, Adjustable

Art Deco Pendant Light by Peter Behrens, Opaline Glass, 1910s, Adjustable

By Peter Behrens

Located in Praha, CZ

The metal components retain a beautiful age-appropriate patina, which has been gently polished to a soft luster. When lit, the opaline glass provides a warm, uniform glow, making it ...

Category

1910s German Art Deco Antique Lit

Materials

Nickel

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp and Column Pedestal Stand, 20th Century
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp and Column Pedestal Stand, 20th Century

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp and Column Pedestal Stand, 20th Century

Located in NICE, FR

Both the urn and the column are internally lit, creating a warm, ambient glow that highlights the natural translucency and dramatic veining of the alabaster.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Lit

Materials

Alabaster

A Day at the Beach
A Day at the Beach

A Day at the Beach

Located in Sheffield, MA

Joncieres landscapes are lit by a gentle sunlight, conveying a sense of calm.

Category

Early 1900s Impressionist Antique Lit

Materials

Oil

A Louis XVI Ormoulu and White Marble Mantel Clock
A Louis XVI Ormoulu and White Marble Mantel Clock

A Louis XVI Ormoulu and White Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Berlin, DE

The eagle holding on to a double lit torch can be seen as a reference to Prometheus.

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Antique Lit

Materials

Marble

Large Teardrop Vaseline, Opaline Glass Sconce
Large Teardrop Vaseline, Opaline Glass Sconce

Large Teardrop Vaseline, Opaline Glass Sconce

Located in Peekskill, NY

It has the warmth of the Vaseline glass when lit and a bit of the iridescence found in French Opal glass when the lamp is off.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lit

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique lit you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique lit for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique lit — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique lit is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Louis XV, Empire and Louis XVI styles are sought with frequency. Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection each produced at least one beautiful antique lit that is worth considering.

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