Pair of Wall Hanging Lanterns
Sold|$2,250
Pair of Wall Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
convertible if you like to a candle lantern.
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Sold|$2,250
Pair of Wall Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
convertible if you like to a candle lantern.
Brass
Sold|$1,450
Japanese Owl Lantern Outdoor
Located in New York, NY
A substantial vintage outdoor garden (or indoors) Japanese owl candle lantern made of blackened
Iron
19th Century English Oversized Hexagonal Copper Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English oversized hexagonal copper lantern circa 1860. Oversized 6 candle lantern
Copper
Sold|$950
Vintage Japanese Owl Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Japanese owl candle lantern made of blackened iron. Lantern holds a votive candle within
Iron
Set of 3 candle-lights in Brass, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Jakobsson's Candle Lanterns with their dark yellow/ochre mouth-blown glass shades. The brass base hides a
Brass
Sold|$2,120
A 19th Century English stained glass Lantern
Located in Delft, NL
originally a candle lantern, but has been converted into an electric lantern. The Crystal clear glass is
Crystal, Brass
Antique Large Hand Crafted Brass & Glass Victorian Hall Lantern / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
design, metal candle holder so this remarkable pendant can still be used as a candle lantern. Mind you
Brass
Petite Desk Lantern and Candle Holder
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Small bronze and crystal hanging lantern for two candles. One candle was placed inside the lantern
Elegant Pair of Hanging Candle Garden Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of lanterns made of copper and brass trimming for candle. Could be use in dry or
Copper
Japanese Rare Garden Squirrel Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-795 Rare hand cast iron garden squirrel garden candle lantern.
Iron
Brass Lantern Floor Lamp, England 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusual brass lantern floor lamp, originally a candle lantern now converted to electric, holds a
Brass
Sold|$3,600
French Iron Lantern
Located in Stamford, CT
Wrought iron four-candle Verde Gris lantern with gilt metal draping and gilt metal ball trim and
Sold|$280
Handcrafted Moroccan Glass Lantern
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan metal and clear glass lanterns. Hurricane candle lamp in hexagonal shape with vintage rust
Metal
Sold|$1,672
Lantern Chandelier with Stained Glass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian wrought iron and stained glass one light hanging lantern. Originally candle powered
Wrought Iron
Sold|$2,800
19th Century Chinese Table Lantern
Located in Chicago, IL
three candles inside. The lantern would have originally had silk sides, but has been updated with
Glass, Elm
Sold|$2,850
Trio of Brass Georgian Style Lanterns
Located in Chicago, IL
. Each lantern has three candle lights. Various chain lengths of 20", 25" and 70". The light with the 25
Brass
Sold|$1,800
French Pair of Petite Brass Lanterns
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
lantern has three candle cups. Recently wired for US electrical using UL listed parts, ready to be hung in
Brass
Pair of English Style Brass & Glass Hanging Lanterns
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20trh Century Pair of English style brass & glass hanging lanterns, each lantern has 6 candle
Brass
Large 19th Century Dutch Brass Wall Mounted Lantern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Wall mounted brass lantern, The Netherlands circa 1880. An end of 19th century Dutch lantern for
Brass
Vintage Moroccan Multi-Colored Glass Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant pair of handmade gold brass table or hanging lanterns, candle or tea light holder
Brass
Moroccan Lanterns in Brass with Multicolored Glass, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
brass table or hanging lanterns, candle or tea light holder. Beautifully carved in a Moorish style and
Brass
Pair Brass and Colored Glass Hanging Garden Lighting Lanterns
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Pair Brass and colored glass hanging garden lighting lanterns with removable candle holder Fixture
Brass
Greek island terracotta atmospheric pierced hanging lantern Hydra 1993
Located in London, GB
. This handcrafted artisan piece of terracotta pottery, creates a wonderful sheltered lantern for a
Terracotta
French Painted and Carved Wood Hanging Glass Lantern, Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
-light cluster and terminating with four circular feet. Late 19th Century. Lantern was originally candle
Brass
English Tin Pagoda and Filigree Hanging Glass Lantern, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
English tin rectangular pagoda hanging lantern with a centered handle, filigree molded Pagoda top
Brass, Tin
Hand Blown Glass Garden Bell Cloche / Hanging Light Ceiling Lantern pendant LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
glass. 3-light candelabra sockets with poly-beeswax candle covers. Most made lanterns on the market have
Blown Glass
French 18th Century Brass Lantern Hanging Pendant With Hand Blown Circular Glass
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This eighteenth century brass lantern features its original hand blown circular glass. Its
Brass
Pair Of Fine Quality Dennis & Leen Hammered Iron Paul Revere 3 Light Lanterns
By Dennis & Leen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
candles. The lanterns comprised of four scrolling rods conjoined with a serpentine frame holding four
Iron
Pair of French Patinated Metal Three-Light Lanterns with Glass Panels, US Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
scrolling arms are connected. These arms support cream colored candles sleeves. The lanterns have been
Iron
Brass Lantern or Candleholder for Garden or Indoor, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Brass lanterns or candleholder for indoor and outdoor, a pair This classy pair of handmade
Brass
Brass Lanterns or Candleholder for Garden or Indoor, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Brass lanterns or candleholder for indoor and outdoor, a pair This classy pair of handmade
Brass
Brass Lantern or Candleholder for Garden or Indoor, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Brass lanterns or candleholder for indoor and outdoor, a pair This classy pair of handmade
Brass
Brass Lantern or Candleholder for Garden or Indoor, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Brass lanterns or candleholder for indoor and outdoor, a pair This classy pair of handmade
Brass
Rare Early 20th Century Ships Lantern Pendant + Hand-Painted Galleon Decor
Located in Lisse, NL
crafted ships lantern is made electrical at some point in time, but originally it was made for candles
Gothic Revival Medieval Style, Hand Painted Amber Color Glass Lantern / Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
replaced. This actually was a candle lantern. By simultaneously pulling the brass finial down and pushing
Brass, Iron
Sold|$1,100
Stone Lanterns
Located in Yonkers, NY
Thai stone lanterns or courtyard candle holders, 20th century. Originally used as an entrance to a
Stone
Japanese Old Happy "Jack-O-Lantern" Iron Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
quality iron Halloween Jack-O-Lantern with its two charming faces still retains its original orange, green
Iron
Japanese Old Vintage Ghostly Jack-O-Lantern Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
pumpkins were more available and made better jack-o'-lanterns than turnips! Eventually candles replaced
Iron
Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
(2) of quality vintage iron Halloween happy Jack-O-Lanterns with their friendly bi-faced designs and
Iron
Japanese Old Vintage Ghostly Skulls Jack-o-lantern Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
more available and made better jack-o'-lanterns than turnips! Eventually candles replaced burning coals
Iron
Japanese Old Hand Cast "Bulging Eyes" Owl Lantern, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
LED or candles. NEW made Japanese owl lanterns command as much as $1400 today (photo) View the
Iron
Japanese Rare 1930s Art Deco Six Gables Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
or candle lighting device. This lantern is one of the most intriguing and period designed Japanese
Iron
Sold|$6,500
Bronze and Onyx Candle Lantern by Aldus
By Aldus
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze and onyx candle lantern Edition of 100 The bronze base of each lantern in the
Onyx, Bronze
Sold|$6,500
Bronze and Onyx Candle Lantern by Aldus
By Aldus
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze and onyx candle lantern Edition of 100 The bronze base of each lantern in the
Onyx, Bronze
Sold|$950
Tole Candle Lantern
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A hexagonal tin candle lantern in as found condition with an oxidized surface. While in its
Metal
Sold|$550
Vintage Metal Candle Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage metal candle lantern with candle holder. Hinged glass door onone side, and candleholder is
Metal
Tall 19th Century Anglo-Indian Candle Lantern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tall table-top candle lantern with cut and punched decoration, glass panels on all sides and bottom
Tin
Sold|$950
Collection of Four Candle Lanterns
Located in Culver City, CA
collection of four 19th century candle lanterns on new painted stands. price is for the set of four
Tôle
Rare New England Candle Lantern, c. 1840
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Delicate blown glass and tin candle lantern, transportable, could sit or be hung in a room; New
Tin
Pair of Parcel Gilt and Painted Candle Lanterns
Located in Natchez, MS
Pair of Parcel Gilt and Painted Candle Lanterns that can be table top or wall mounted and wired.
Wood, Glass, Mirror
20th Century Large Iron Six-Candle Lantern with Antherium Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century large iron six-candle lantern with antherium motif New wiring.
Iron
Sold|$900
Wrought Iron Candle Lantern
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
black and gilt hand-wrought iron lantern with single candle
Sold|$1,200
18th Century American Tole Candle Lantern
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
An 18th century American handcrafted tole lantern with three candle holders and glass plates for
Metal
Sold|$1,500 / item
Tall White Pierced Ceramic Candle Lantern
By Lynne Meade Ceramics
Located in Oakland, CA
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern design, this unique candleholder is made in two pieces. A pierced outer shell holds a removable pierced insert. Both pieces wheel thrown and hand pierc...
Ceramic, Clay
White Ceramic Candle Lantern, In Stock
By Lynne Meade Ceramics
Located in Oakland, CA
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern design, this unique candleholder is made in two pieces. A pierced outer shell holds a removable pierced insert. Both pieces wheel thrown and hand pierc...
Ceramic, Clay
Sold|$3,850
Large 19th Century American 3 Candle Lantern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare large tin hall lantern from New England with three candle holders and tiny star-shaped holes
Sold|$3,449
Early 19th Century Sheet Iron Candle Lantern
Located in Sutton Coldfield, GB
A sheet iron pierced wall-driven lantern. Of cylindrical form and fitted with a hinged door secured
Iron
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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