European Hollywood Regency Patinated Brass Openwork Ceiling Lantern Light, 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
Decorative European hanging lantern dating from the 1960s or 1970s, crafted from solid cast brass with a beautifully aged, darkened patina and contrasting golden highlights.
Brass
Antique English Solid Brass & Glass Starburst Hanging Lantern - Pendant
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This hanging lantern pendant appears to be a vintage or antique light fixture made of solid brass with a verdigris patina. The clear glass panels have an etched starburst design, wh...
Brass
Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Bring a piece of maritime history into your home with this authentic vintage cargo lantern from 1939, originally used on a British cargo ship., converted to be hanging lantern ,Thi...
Brass
Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Bring a piece of maritime history into your home with this authentic vintage cargo lantern from 1939, originally used on a British cargo ship., converted to be hanging lantern ,Thi...
Brass
Wooden Interior Hanging Lantern with Amber Glass, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
European interior hanging lantern dating from the early 20th century, constructed in wood and finished with a dark patinated surface.
Glass, Wood
High End Twin Cylindrical Glass Affects Chromed Hanging or Table Storm Lanterns
By Luminaire
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of very high end portable luminaire chrome with duel cylindrical glass shades hanging lanterns They are an exceptional qualit...
Chrome
Holmegaard Hanging Lamp Design Michael Bang in Green Opaline Glass, Denmark
By Michael Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Bronx, NY
Green handmade opaline glass hanging lamp by Holmegaard, Denmark, 1984, the inside is white opaline glass. It holds a single US socket it is in flowless condition.
Blown Glass
Antique Gold Toned Regency Style Iron Hanging Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Be it classical, Neoclassical or Regency style, this gold toned hanging lantern will add a touch of classic influence to your entryway hall interior or exterior. Crafted in iron this...
Iron
Pair of Hanging Bronze and "craquelé" Glass Lanterns by Jean Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
With a gilded bronze chain and frame that hold a crazed glass shade and an inside frosted glass diffuser.
Bronze
Exotic Bronze Modern Hanging Lantern Pendant Lights Circa 1920's a Pair
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of exotic bronze and amber glass hanging pendant lights. 1920's modern. Not signed.
Bronze
Rare Arts & Crafts Copper Hanging Lantern with Hand-Cut Animal Motifs, ca 1905
Located in Lisse, NL
One of the most charming and imaginative Arts & Crafts lanterns we have ever had the pleasure of offering. Entirely handcrafted in copper, this remarkable lantern immediately captur...
Brass, Wire, Copper
$15,200Sale Price|20% Off
19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA , Late 1800’s early 1900’s charming George III Style English Carved Wood antique Partially Gilt hangin...
Wood, Giltwood
Arts & Crafts Hanging Lantern
Located in Stamford, GB
A rare, early 20th century Arts & Crafts copper lantern with unusual two-tier design, England, circa 1900.
Copper
Unavailable
H 36 in W 16 in D 16 in
English Gothic Wrought Iron 6 Glass Panel Hanging Lantern, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
English Gothic wrought iron 6 glass panel hanging lantern, 19th century.
Wrought Iron
Rustic European Style Large Hanging Lantern
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Rustic European style large hanging lantern with leaf motif and curved scrollwork detail.
Metal
New Large Black Oval Hanging Lantern
Located in Bagshot, GB
A reproduction oval shaped hanging lantern with curved glass panels, comes in a black and brass colored finish. Have 4 of each color in stock so would work perfectly for a bar/res...
Metal
Gilt Bronze Hanging Lantern, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
In Spain, little is known of these types of objects because of the lack of examples preserved. It is clear that light elements, especially those that were not too large, tended to be...
Bronze
A Continental Alabaster and Tasselled Hanging Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
hanging from fabric cords, the urn-shaped alabaster fixture with fluting and nice veining, having four decorative metal thread tassels, electrified
Alabaster, Metal
Sold
H 18.12 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Vintage Italian Gold-Plated Brass & Bevelled Glass Hanging Lantern
Located in Worcester, GB
Vintage Italian Brass & Bevelled Glass Hanging Lantern A very nice quality decorative hanging lantern of hexagonal form, likely Italian, dating from around 1980. The frame is const...
Gold Plate
Antique English Solid Brass & Glass Starburst Hanging Lantern - Pendant
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Step back in time with One Of A Kind exquisite antique light fixture, a truly unique piece with a rich history. Originally crafted as a classic wall lantern, this solid brass pendan...
Brass
Empire Hanging Glass Lamp/Lantern with Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
An Empire hanging glass lamp/lantern with gilt bronze mounts with one candleholder on the inside, early 19th century. The glass painted.
Bronze
European 19th Century Nickel over Brass Hanging Church Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century European nickel over brass hanging church lantern delicately decorated with two angels on each handle.
Brass, Nickel
Sold
H 25.75 in W 52.25 in D 7 in
Architectural Metal Decorative Fragment/Arm or Support for Hanging Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Highly decorative heavy cast gilt metal iron piece with an arched top, leaf decoration once part of arm holding exterior outdoor hanging lantern. Use your imagination and see how th...
Iron
Fabulous 19th Century Giltwood and Tole Neo Gothic Hanging Lantern
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century giltwood and ole neo Gothic lantern. Italian or French, 19th century. Now electrified with 6 candle drop. Very impressive fixture.
Glass, Giltwood
French Cast Iron Hanging Rooster Oil Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
French cast iron hanging rooster oil lamp, 19th century, a nice example of a complete oil lamp, original hanger, and filling cap. Swings and tilts in both directions to avoid spillag...
Iron
Antique Iron Exterior or Interior Hanging Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Handsome and impressive iron ceiling hanging lantern with great aged patina for either interior or exterior lighting. The shaped crown top leads down to a hexagonal body with glass p...
Iron
19th Century Neoclassical Hanging Lantern
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good quality 19th century neoclassical-style cast bronze hanging lantern of tapering cylindrical form with its original curved glass. Bottom Diameter : 24cm
Bronze
Art Nouveau Chromed Bronze and Glass Hanging Lantern
Located in Evergreen, CO
Spanning the Art Deco and Art Nouveau stylistic periods, this lantern features a floral vine that falls in graceful lines about the top crown. The lantern has a decorative canopy and...
Bronze, Chrome
20th Century Venetian Tole Style Iron 3-Light Hanging Lantern Light
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Venetian Tole style wrought iron large 36" inch 3-light hanging lantern chandelier. Painted in flat white indoor-outdoor paint primer. This piece would look great painte...
Iron
20th Century Venetian Tole Style Iron 3-Light Hanging Lantern Light
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th century Venetian Tole style wrought iron large 36" inch 3-light hanging lantern chandelier. Painted in flat white indoor-outdoor paint primer. This piece would look great painte...
Iron
Single Arts & Crafts Brass Lantern Pendant Light with Art Glass
Located in Delray Beach, FL
20th century Arts & Crafts pendant light ,Features beautiful art glass shades , newly wired with new porcelain socket . nice patina. Canopy is not included. One more available on...
Brass
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 15 in Dm 9 in
Early 20th Century Brass & Copper Maritime Nautical Pendant Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique brass and glass hanging lantern exemplifies the robust craftsmanship and utilitarian elegance characteristic of early 20th-century maritime and industrial lighting. Its ...
Brass, Copper
$795Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.91 in Dm 8.67 in
Patinated Brass Art Nouveau Lantern with Original Glass Shade, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Art Nouveau hall lantern. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Patinated brass frame with original glass shade. Rewired with one original socket for E-27 light bulb. Th...
Brass
Single vintage Solid Brass Hanging Lantern- 21”high x 13” wide
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your home with a touch of fun. This exquisite single vintage solid brass hanging lantern exudes timeless elegance and old-world charm. Crafted from , high-quality solid ...
Brass
$2,516
H 30 in Dm 8.4 in
Beautiful English Arts & Crafts Brass and Opaline Glass Lantern / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass & Opaline Glass Pendant Lantern, c.1890. This impressive and finely handcrafted lantern is a rare surviving example of late 19th-century Arts & Crafts de...
Brass, Copper
Handcrafted Solid Brass Hanging Lantern with Seeded Glass, USA
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant hanging lantern ,quality made of handcrafted solid brass with four 40/watt lights, decorative seeded glass ,great light exposure , nice patina ,suitable for wet location gr...
Brass
$1,650
H 14 in Dm 10.5 in
Wonderful Vaughan Bronze Glass Star Wheat Bell Jar 3-Light Lantern Light Fixture
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan Designs Bronze / Brass & Blown Glass With Etched Stars & Wheat Bell Jar Lantern With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceiling Fixture, Accompanied By Chain, Canopy An...
Brass, Bronze
$1,850
H 23 in Dm 12 in
Wonderful Large Vaughan Brass Glass Star Bell Jar 4-Light Lantern Light Fixture
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Vaughan Designs Style Brass & Blown Glass With Etched Stars Bell Jar Lantern With A 4 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceiling Fixture, Accompanied By Chain, Canopy And...
Brass, Bronze
Vintage French Empire Style Bronze Lantern, Spain, Circa 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large bronze French Empire style lantern.
Bronze
$2,071
H 19 in Dm 15 in
Early 20th Century Bronze & Beveled Glass Stylish Design Lantern Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Highly stylish and classy lantern with solid bronze frame. If you are looking for a quality made, sizable, durable, stylish and excellent condition pendant then this wonderful speci...
Bronze
Vintage Large Vaughan Brass Glass Star Bell Jar 3-Light Lantern Light Fixture
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Vaughan Designs Style Brass & Blown Glass With Etched Stars Bell Jar Lantern With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceiling Fixture, Accompanied By Chain, Canopy And...
Brass, Bronze
Single vintage Solid Brass Hanging Lantern- 10”w x 19” High
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your home with a touch of fun. This exquisite single vintage solid brass hanging lantern exudes timeless elegance and old-world charm. Crafted from , high-quality solid ...
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass Beveled Glass Hexagonal Pendant Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and highly decorative antique Arts & Crafts brass and beveled glass hexagonal pendant lantern. This beautifully handcrafted early 20th century pendant lantern is a wonderful ex...
Brass
Vintage Vaughan Brass Glass Star Bell Jar 3-Light Lantern Light Fixture
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Medium Vaughan Designs Style Brass & Blown Glass With Etched Stars Bell Jar Lantern With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceiling Fixture, Accompanied By Chain, Canopy An...
Brass, Bronze
$2,800
H 28.5 in W 13 in D 13 in
Vintage Solid Brass Hanging Lantern, Hand-Crafted, Coastal Style, USA
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This is an exquisite, substantial vintage or antique style lantern, originally designed as a wall sconce and converted into a magnificent hanging pendant light/chandelier. This uni...
Brass
Art Nouveau Hall Lantern, Patinated Brass Frame, Etched Glass Shade
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau hall lantern. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Original patinated brass frame with original etched glass shade. Rewired with one original socket fo...
Brass
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled arm. Lamping: Sing...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
French Country Lantern - Verdigris Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country Lantern, This hexagonal lantern has a fluted lotus roof, fleur de lis reticulated panel sides, glass sides and door with three lights. The verdigris bronze finish a...
Copper
French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern
Located in Chireno, TX
French iron and tole glass-paneled lantern circa 1870-1899. Unwired. Two lanterns are available but sold individually priced $3,800 each (see last image and item ref. 1023). Note: O...
Brass, Iron, Tin
Vintage Solid Brass Hanging Lantern - Patinated Teal Finish
Located in Delray Beach, FL
timeless elegance of solid brass hanging lantern. Perfect for enhancing your entryway, porch, patio, or even an interior space, this unique lighting fixture offers charm and remar...
Brass
Pair Of Vintage Handcrafted Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional pair of six sides hanging lanterns , made of handcrafted solid brass , 660W 250V glazed porcelain lamp holder single light each ,nice oxidization patina ,and decorative ...
Glass
Vintage Verdigris Solid Brass Hexagonal Hanging Lantern – 29”x 11”
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your entryway or porch with this elegant ,authentic vintage brass lantern. This heavy-duty hanging light fixture features a gorgeous, natural verdigris patina that only come...
Brass
English Georgian Patinated Copper Outdoor Lantern
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian-style square copper green patinated hanging lantern with leaded glass side panels. (19/20th Century).
Copper, Lead, Tôle
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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