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pair of old big street lamps, procession lamps in lacquered wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
electrification, so they can also be used as candle holders or as historical decoration. maximum measurements cm
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Antique 19th Century Italian Lanterns

Materials

Poplar

Pair of late 19th century copper Venetian lamps on poles
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
decorative purposes. Could be re-wired or restored back the housing candles.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Lanterns

Materials

Tin

New Modern Black Marble Candleholder Creator Michele Chiossi STOCK
By Michele Chiossi
Located in Milan, IT
, thin yet scratch proof. Size: 4 x 19 cm, smooth finishing. Commercial name: Kadomatsu Candle S, Jap
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Marble

Middle-Eastern Brass & Bronze Temple Shrine Architectural Element Lamp
Located in Forney, TX
border, two gilt bronze scrolled arm sconces support hanging lantern lamp style filigree baskets with
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Mid-20th Century Asian Other Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Italian 1950s Black Iron and Crystal Cage Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
four internal candelabra sockets with original faux wax candle covers that are mounted on a ring
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Pair of Torch Holders, Milan, 1750s
Located in Milano, IT
, embellished by a flowering branch that descends from the upper corolla, support for the candle. Above the two
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Antique 1750s Italian Other Lanterns

Materials

Pine

Tealight Candlestick Lamp - Baccarat Crystal And Pewter From The Manor - XX th
By Baccarat
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
The candle-holder lamp is made from Baccarat crystal and is engraved with a beautiful Renaissance
Category

20th Century French Other Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Pewter

19th Century English Street Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
perfect for use on a table top, indoors or out, with candles.
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Antique 19th Century British Rustic Lanterns

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Street Lamp
19th Century English Street Lamp
H 24 in W 12 in D 12 in
Amazing Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard For Paro
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Søborg, DK
dipped tappers candles NOS new old stock in the original box. Jens Harald Quistgaard (April 23, 1919
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Iron

French Copper and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Charming French Antique copper lantern with metal base. The lantern, without glass, has a wonderful
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Antique 19th Century English French Provincial Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal, Copper

French Copper and Iron Lantern
French Copper and Iron Lantern
H 22 in W 16 in D 16 in
Antique Adams & Westlake Adlake B&O RR Railroad Lantern Santa Fe Red Globe
By Adams & Westlake Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Adams & Westlake Adlake oil lantern featuring ruby red globe and metal frame. Measure:3".     
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Rustic Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Victorian Sterling Silver Oil Lamps Storm Lantern Chamber Sticks 1892
By Hukin & Heath
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Antique Victorian solid Silver Oil Lamps with silver bases and clear glass push fit storm shades. The bases of the silver lamps are unusually shaped with a wide...
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Candle Lamps

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stunning Antique, Arts & Crafts Brass & Mouth Blown Art Glass Pendant / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
fixture started its life as a candle lantern and we believe this may have been a sanctuary lamp at the
Category

Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda with Hearts
Located in Jupiter, FL
Cast iron garden pagoda lantern from Japan, aged beautifully and will work well both inside or in
Category

Early 20th Century Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Bronze Hanging Lantern with Four Candle Interior Must See
Located in GB
with four candle base A good looking well made and desirable pendant lantern in lovely period condition
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Antique 1880s High Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Japan Antique Armillary Orb Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
ceremonies, rice paper is often cut to fit stone lantern windows to increase reflection of candles placed
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
garden lantern is the first of this design we have seen. Heavily hand cast, sturdily crafted and built
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Three Owl Family Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
gilding present. Harder to find trio (3) of these adorable hand caste censer or lighting lanterns, each
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Old Original Ikebana Flower Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
form lantern with distinctive "12 petal" top. An attractive and sturdy antique lantern with a
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Old Original Ikebana Flower Lantern
Japan Old Original Ikebana Flower Lantern
No Reserve
H 13 in Dm 6.25 in
Japanese Squirrel and Acorn Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese hand painted quality "Squirrels" lantern is a special find and an authentic old work of art. It
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Big Pair Hand Painted Squirrel Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
First pair we've seen A great pair (2) of squirrel lighting lanterns- first pair we've seen this
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Five Roofed Pagoda Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
This rare lantern is a spiritual representation of five earthly and celestial elements. And the
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Hand Painted Cricket Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
candle lighting device. Its design is unique to our eyes. This lanterns’ prolific perforations
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Hand Painted Cricket Lighting Lantern
Japanese Rare Hand Painted Cricket Lighting Lantern
No Reserve
H 5.5 in W 11.5 in D 6.5 in
Japanese Lovely Old Petite Yukimi Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unusual find- A first In this simple yet handsome Yukimi "snow" lantern - petite size- and uncommon
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
First pair we've seen Brilliant Pair (2) Art Deco 1930s-1940s "Lucky Horse Shoe " Lanterns
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Lucky Horse Equine Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we've seen Brilliant Art Deco 1930s-1940s "Lucky Horse Shoe " Lantern Design Japan, a
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Pair Old Paris "Eiffel Tower" Architectural Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Iconic Find A Pair (2) Old Paris "Eiffel Tower" Architectural Lanterns. This handsome quality
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Dragonfly Lantern With Monkey Suspension Hooks
Located in South Burlington, VT
lantern, with a seldom seen double winged "Dragonfly" motif on all four sides of the fire box. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Rare Old Chinese Watch Tower Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
pagoda top "Watch Tower" hand cast and hand painted lantern is a special find and an authentic old work
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Big Hand Painted Leaping Frog Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
One of a kind "Leaping Frog" lantern witrh original hand painted green body surfaces- hard to find
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japan Big Hand Painted Leaping Frog Lighting Lantern
Japan Big Hand Painted Leaping Frog Lighting Lantern
No Reserve
H 4.25 in W 12.5 in D 7 in
Japanese Pair Old Vintage Jumping Fish Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
iron garden lanterns is the first pair of this design we have seen. Sturdily crafted, they boast
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Old Rooster And Hen Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hand painted pair (2) rooster and hen lighting lanterns bursting with night light Stunning beams
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Old Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
" lantern is a special find and an authentic old work of art. Its rare design is unique to our eyes
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
" themed garden lanterns is the first pair of these handsome designs we have seen. Sturdily crafted and
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Old Big Feet Owl Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
lantern and censer pair with a "Wise Old Owl" motif. Found from a Japanese American tea garden
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Pair Old World Globe Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
"Globe" lanterns is a special find and authentic old works of art. Their rare design represents aq
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Large Glass and Gilt Bronze Hanging Hall Lantern
Located in London, GB
This hall lantern has been exquisitely crafted from glass and gilt bronze (ormolu). The piece will
Category

20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Japanese Old Perching Eagle Lighting Lantern, Brilliant Night Light
Located in South Burlington, VT
Old Antique Majestic Eagle Lantern Japan, this handsome quality "eagle" motif garden lantern is
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Original Old Blue Hand Painted Cricket Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we've seen A great multi legged "cricket" lighting lantern- first we've seen this style
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Joseph Simon Perforated Handmade Stoneware Lantern Pendant, Denmark, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Joseph Simon
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern round cream glazed lantern / pendant with brown glazed circular
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Japanese Old Vintage Jumping Speckled Trout Fish Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
fish themed hand painted iron garden lantern is an angler's delight. And look at it sparkle at
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Matched Pair Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a handsome quality pair of old "Heart Roof" tea garden lanterns in a convenient portable
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Large Handcrafted Copper, Brass & Beveled Glass Wall Lanterns, Pair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of sizable, 3-candlestick light, copper, and brass lantern sconces in an elongated, octagon
Category

Vintage 1940s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Copper

Japanese Massive Vintage over Sized Owl Lighting Lantern, Finest Quality
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary size- Mint Condition- Signed Japan. Japanese massive over size owl lighting lantern
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
magnificent original large black and white holstein prized cow in the form of an antique lantern. It measures
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White
Located in South Burlington, VT
unusual "Light house" themed garden lantern is the first of this design we have seen. Heavily hand cast
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Tall Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red, White, and Blue
Located in South Burlington, VT
garden lantern is a wonderful nautical memento. Heavily hand cast, sturdily crafted and built upon a
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Hard to Find Japanese "Butterfly and Tree" Hand Cast Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy lantern with a unique "Butterfly and Tree" motif on each side of the fire box and with
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Old Vintage Pair Hand Painted Happy Snow Elves Couple Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
ms. snowman. They have been masterfully created long ago as cast iron lanterns and their brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

French 1890s Iron and Copper Wall Lantern with Four Lights and Scrolling Bracket
Located in Atlanta, GA
scrolling arms are connected. These arms support cream colored candles sleeves. The lantern has been
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Pair of American Brass Nickel Silvered Coach Lanterns with Beveled Glass C 1840
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of American brass nickel silvered enameled coach lanterns with flanking oval ribbed vented
Category

Antique 1840s American American Empire Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Silver, Brass, Nickel

18th Century Rococo Brass Footwarmer
Located in Copenhagen, K
rather cold churches at the time. But could be used with a candle and be a very decorative lantern.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Danish Rococo More Furniture and Collec...

Materials

Brass

18th Century Rococo Brass Footwarmer
18th Century Rococo Brass Footwarmer
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H 6.3 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Brass Candle Lantern
By Gillet Forest
Located in Sidmouth, Devon
This large candle lantern was manufactured by Gillet Forest in Paris at around the turn of the
Category

Early 20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Brass Candle Lantern
Brass Candle Lantern
H 73 in W 39 in D 39 in
Whimsical 1960s Enameled Steel Hanging Candle Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Fun and whimsical c1960s enameled steel candle lantern or decorative birdcage. This piece works
Category

Vintage 1960s American Lanterns

Materials

Steel

French Hanging Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
A French Brass and cobalt blue glass hanging candle lantern, c1860. One glass pane opens to access
Category

Antique 19th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Hanging Lantern
French Hanging Lantern
H 20 in Dm 7 in
Three Candle Spanish Colonial Hall Lantern
Located in Vancouver, BC
Lovely little three candle Spanish Colonial inspired hall lantern. Nice detailing on cage and
Category

Vintage 1920s Lanterns

Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
pendant four light chandelier having faux candles with beeswax sleeves. The lantern has been re-wired for
Category

Vintage 1930s English Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Lantern
Lantern
H 38 in Dm 14.5 in
Ships Lantern
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Large-scale spherical wrought iron ships lantern of typical gyroscopic form - triple gimbelled
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Ships Lantern
Ships Lantern
H 19.49 in Dm 18.12 in
Tuscan Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
1st Empire Lantern from Tuscany with 6 arms & candle lights
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Lanterns

Tuscan Lantern
Tuscan Lantern
H 38 in Dm 22 in
Moroccan Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Moroccan Lantern. Originally designed for candle light later converted to electricity
Category

Antique 19th Century Moroccan Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Moroccan Lantern
Moroccan Lantern
H 54 in Dm 10 in
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Candle Lanterns For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of candle lanterns available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique candle lanterns was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Find 70 antique and vintage candle lanterns at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 11 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Candle lanterns have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of candle lanterns to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Folk Art, Mid-Century Modern and Georgian candle lanterns are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large candle lanterns, so small candle lanterns measuring 3 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made candle lanterns over the years, but those made by Aldus, Berber Tribes of Morocco and Lynne Meade Ceramics are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Candle Lanterns?

Prices for candle lanterns can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, candle lanterns begin at $50 and can go as high as $11,250, while the average can fetch as much as $1,059.

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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