English Circa 1900 Verdigris Copper Three-Light Hanging Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English lantern, dating to circa 1900, is crafted in copper and presents a naturally developed verdigris patina that softens its architectural lines with a subtle range of green...
Copper
Pair of English Verdigris Copper Alloy Hall Lanterns, Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome pair of English copper-alloy hall lanterns dating to the late 19th century.
Metal, Copper
English Circa 1900 Verdigris Copper Four-Light Hanging Lantern with Tapered Form
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English hanging lantern, dating to circa 1900, is crafted in copper and presents a naturally developed verdigris patina that lends the surface a soft, variegated green tone.
Copper
$7,800 / item
Set of Outdoor Verdigris Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of four circa 1920's English metal lanterns with verdigris patina. Sold individually.
Metal
English Georgian Hexagonal Glazed Verdigris Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1800 English Georgian Hexagonal Glazed Brass/Bronze Verdigris Lantern Exceptional quality, rewired with original chain & hanging hook Measures: W33 x D33 x H57 cm.
Brass, Bronze
English Regency Verdigris Bronze Hanging Lantern, circa 1810
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a rather beautiful English Regency verdigris bronze hanging lantern, made to a design by 'Tatham', circa 1810.
Bronze
Large English Verdigris Copper Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a very stylish large English verdigris copper hanging Lantern, now converted to electricity, suitable for interior or exterior use.
Copper
Large English Verdigris Copper Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a large and very stylish mid-19th century English verdigris copper hanging lantern, now getting increasingly hard to source, converted to electricity and PAT tested, suitable...
Copper
Large English Verdigris Copper Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a lovely example of a large mid 19th Century English verdigris copper hanging Lantern, now converted to electricity and PAT tested, suitable for interior or exterior use.
Copper
Unavailable
H 38 in W 17 in D 17 in
Large English 19th Century Verdigris Copper Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a large and very attractive English mid-19th century verdigris copper hanging gas lantern, now converted to electricity and ready to use, suitable for interior or exterior us...
Copper
Late 19th-Early 20th Century English Copper Lantern
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A late 19th-early 20th century English copper lantern with good verdigris color and proportions, rewired for the UK.
Copper
Large English 19thC Verdigris Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870. Large English 19thC Verdigris Lantern. Glazed hinged door with excellent decorative colour, comes with 1m of silk flex, 1m of heavy gauge antique brass chain & bron...
Copper
English Verdigris Copper Lantern, circa 1920
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Verdigris copper lantern circa 1920 - Copper frame with the perfect verdigris patina - Opaline glass bottom - Clear glass sides - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - English ~ 1...
Copper
19th Century English Verdigris Copper Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English verdigris copper lantern, circa 1890.
Copper
Antique English Verdigris Brass Lantern Light
Located in London, GB
A stylish naturally patinated hexagonal lantern. England, c1930s. Perfect for an entrance way, hall way or porch. Since re-wired and PAT tested. Location: London Gall...
Metal, Brass
19th Century English Art Nouveau Verdigris Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English Art Nouveau verdigris lantern, circa 1890.
Copper
19th Century English Verdigris and Painted Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English verdigris and painted lantern circa 1870. 19th century verdigris and painted lantern.
Copper
19th Century English Verdigris Oversized Glazed Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English Verdigris oversized glazed lantern circa 1840.
Copper, Iron
19th c. English Verdigris Copper Hall Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
English 19th century copper hall lantern, now electrified, with wonderful natural verdigris surface, having tapered form, the corners with palmette details, with four light fixture.
Copper
19thC English Oversized Hexagonal Verdigris Statement Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1850. Exceptional 19thC English oversized hexagonal verdigris statement lantern with three candle bulb holder and hinged door.
Copper
Large English Foster & Pullen Verdigris Copper Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Large English Foster & Pullen Verdigris copper lantern circa 1870.
Copper
Late 19th Century English Bronze Verdigris Hall Lantern
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Late 19th Century bronze Gothic hall lantern with natural verdigris patination is a striking example of craftsmanship and timeless design. Intricate tracery, pointed arches and ornat...
Bronze
English Grand Antique Bronze Hall Lantern with Verdigris
Located in Lincoln, GB
English Grand Antique Bronze Hall Lantern with Verdigris is a stunning piece that exemplifies the craftsmanship of the mid-19th century, specifically crafted in the United Kingdom ar...
Bronze
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H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Foster & Pullen Large English Copper & Glazed Square Lantern Verdigris Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large and unusual square lantern by Foster & Pullen of Bedford England. Glazed and sheet copper hanging lantern with a natural verdigris finish. Early 20th century in age ...
Copper
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H 40.16 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Large English Victorian Pagoda Verdigris Copper Glazed Lantern
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large copper and glazed Victorian exterior lantern, with the finest original verdigris surface. Sheet and formed copper structure of typical form with a unusual pagoda finial, a l...
Copper
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H 36.23 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
19th C Large Victorian English Sheet Copper & Glazed Lantern Verdigris Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A larger than the norm, glazed and sheet copper hanging lantern with a natural verdigris finish. Victorian with age related wear, marks, dings and dents as one would expect. Me...
Copper
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H 32.68 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
19th C Large Victorian English Sheet Copper & Glazed Lantern Verdigris Light
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A larger than the norm, glazed and sheet copper hanging lantern with a natural verdigris finish. Victorian with age related wear, marks, dings and dents. Measures: 83cm in dro...
Copper
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H 30.5 in Dm 19 in
Pair of English Edwardian 1900s Five-Light Bronze Lanterns with Verdigris Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Edwardian period bronze lanterns from the early 20th century with five lights, palmette motifs and Vitruvian scrolls.
Bronze
19th Century English Bronze Lantern
Located in Southampton, GB
An English Bronze Lantern with original verdigris patination. 8 sides, recently glazed in opaque glass.
Brass, Bronze
19thC Large English Verdigris Copper Wall Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1820 19thC large English Verdigris copper wall lantern with enamel wall plate Rewired & Pat Tested Acquired from a Georgian Coaching House in Northumberland Measure...
Copper
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H 45.67 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Monumental English Country Estate 19th Century Verdigris Bronze Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Monumental English Country Estate 19th century Verdigris Bronze Lantern sku 1435 W56 x D56 x H116 cm.
Bronze
19th Century English Glass and Copper Verdigris Wall Lantern Sconce
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A good original English 19th century copper wall lantern, of elegant design.
Copper
Large English Hexagonal Verdigris Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1950's Large English Hexagonal Verdigris Lantern Glazed hinged door with excellent decorative colour, comes with 1m of silk flex, 1m of heavy gauge antique brass chain & ...
Copper
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.
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