English Hanging Lantern
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Lead, Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century Lanterns
Brass
Antique 1820s English George IV Lanterns
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Lanterns
Tin
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Bronze
Antique 1840s English William IV Lanterns
Brass
Antique 1760s English George II Lanterns
Wire, Brass
Antique 1820s English George IV Lanterns
Brass, Wire
Antique 1830s English George IV Lanterns
Brass, Iron
Antique Early 1800s English George III Lanterns
Brass, Wire
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Lanterns
Copper, Lead, Tôle
Antique 18th Century English Rococo Lanterns
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Antique Late 19th Century English Lanterns
Wood, Giltwood
Antique 1820s English George III Lanterns
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Lanterns
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Georgian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 1790s British Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
Antique 1890s English Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Porcelain
Porcelain
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Glass
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Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany, Leather
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Brass, Copper
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Brass
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Architectural Elements
Bronze
Vintage 1910s American Queen Anne Windows
Stained Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Windows
Lead
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Velvet
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Windows
Art Glass, Stained Glass
1990s Moroccan Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
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Animal Skin
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
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Brass, Metal
Antique Early 1900s German Rustic Benches
Wood
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Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Wrought Iron
Antique 1810s English Regency Lanterns
Bronze
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Early 20th Century British Lanterns
Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Antique 1860s Great Britain (UK) Lanterns
Copper
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Bronze
2010s American Lanterns
Copper, Iron
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Lanterns
Brass, Copper
20th Century English Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Lanterns
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century British Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 19th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1920s North American Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants
2010s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century English Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Bronze
Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Mid-20th Century English George III Lanterns
Copper
Vintage 1960s English Lanterns
21st Century and Contemporary English Lanterns
Antique Early 1800s English George III Lanterns
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Lanterns
Glass
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Leather
Vintage 1920s English George I Lanterns
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Copper
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Lanterns
Brass
Antique 1850s English William IV Lanterns
Brass
Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Copper
Antique 19th Century British Gothic Lanterns
Early 20th Century English Lanterns
Steel
Antique 1830s English William IV Lanterns
Brass, Wire
Antique Late 19th Century British Lanterns
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Lanterns
20th Century English Lanterns
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Vintage 1930s English Lanterns
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary English Lanterns
Early 20th Century English Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Copper, Iron
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century English Lanterns
Brass
Early 20th Century English Lanterns
Copper
20th Century English Lanterns
Wrought Iron, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century English Lanterns
Copper
Antique Mid-19th Century English Lanterns
Copper
Antique Early 1800s English George III Lanterns
Bronze
Antique Early 1800s English George III Lanterns
Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Bronze
Antique 1820s English George III Lanterns
Brass, Iron
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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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