Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze Hexagonal form Lantern with cut glass panels.
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Lanterns
Bronze
Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine gilt bronze Hexagonal form Lantern with cut glass panels.
Bronze
Wonderful French Bronze Readed & X Louis XVI Lantern Fixture Curved Glass Panels
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French bronze readed & X pattern, Louis XVI style lantern fixture having 3 curved glass panels and on the interior a rewired with new sockets 3 candelabra light clust...
Bronze
$19,000 / set
Pair of Lanterns Crystal and Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very beautiful pair of lanterns Louis XVI style, crystal and bronze finely executed, very rare in this shape and surely executed by a very great parisian bronzier of his time.
Crystal, Bronze
$1,048Sale Price|20% Off
1920's French Louis XV style Bronze / Crystal Shade Ceiling Lantern Fixture
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1920's French Louis XV style Bronze Mounted Crystal Shade Ceiling Lantern.
Bronze
$3,188Sale Price|20% Off
19thc French Louis XVI Bronze w/ Crystal Versaille Ceiling Lantern attr Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1880 French Louis XV style Gilt Bronze "Versaille" Hanging Ceiling Fixture/ Chandelier. The bronze work detail is amazing. This piece has a strong attribution to Maker Baccarat France.
Bronze
Large French Louis XVI Style Bronze Etched Glass Four-Light Lantern
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Very large Louis XVI style four-light hexagonal lantern, France, 1920-1930. The lantern is made of solid brass with integrated cast bronze details, six curved sides with curved cut g...
Brass, Bronze
$3,420Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair 1940s French Regency Gilt Bronze Bamboo Pagoda Lanterns by Maison Bagues
By Maison Baguès
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1940's Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze Faux Bamboo Pagoda Lanterns. This pair is stunning and they could also be used as a creative pair of table lamps.
Bronze
Large French Louis XIV Style 19th Century Gilt Bronze Figural Versailles Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and large French Louis XIV style 19th century gilt-bronze and beveled glass "Versailles" style four-light hanging grand-hall lantern, surmounted with a royal crown, male gargo...
Bronze
A Royal French 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze & Glass "Versailles" Style Lantern
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Royal French 19th-20th century gilt bronze and molded cut-glass "Versailles" style single-light hanging lantern, in the manner of Baccarat.
Bronze
$13,560Sale Price|20% Off
Fine French Louis XIV Style 19th Century Gilt Bronze Figural Versailles Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and large French Louis XIV style 19th century gilt bronze and paneled beveled glass "Versailles" style three-light hanging grand-hall lantern, surmounted with a royal crown wi...
Bronze
French Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Lantern, Glass Panels, Antique, 1870
Located in Montreal, QC
This antique lantern was originally a gas fixture which dates it to the early part of the last half of the 19th century. The four shaped glass panels are held in a whimsical leafy br...
Bronze
French Rococò Style Gilt Bronze Lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This finely chiseled French Rococo style gilt bronze lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has six-light and it shows classical features of that period such acanthus leaves and vegetal d...
Bronze
Lantern in Bronze by Anasthasia Millot, 2016
By Anasthasia Millot
Located in New York, NY
A Classic and elegant lantern in bronze with seven lights. Electrified with LED this sober piece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship with the chain as shown the lantern is 54 inche...
Bronze
Wonderful French Dore Bronze Curved Glass Ormolu Bow Swag Tassel Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French doré bronze curved glass ormolu-mounted with bows and swags and tassels Lantern 4 candelabra light fixture Provenance: Sotheby's Auction House New York City Wiri...
Bronze
Exquisite Bronze Lantern with Stained Glass Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite bronze lantern with stained glass panels. The bronze work is of the highest quality.
Bronze
$9,800 / item
Set of Gilt Bronze Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of seven French circa 1920s gilt bronze lanterns with beveled glass insets and original finish.
Bronze
Bronze Art Deco Lantern, Circa 1920-30s
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco bronze lantern has strong geometric lines, floral corner motifs, and a naturally aged verdigris patina. The scale and craftsmanship make it a striking architectural fea...
Bronze
19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century french Neoclassical gilt bronze and glass very important large pendant lantern By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass, crystal Technique: cast, mo...
Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Wonderful French 5 Bronze Curved Glass Large Louis XVI E.F. Caldwell Lanterns
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 5 French Bronze Curved Glass Large Louis XVI / E.F.
Bronze, Ormolu
French 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze and Molded Glass "Versailles" Style Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Rare ornate French 19th-20th century gilt bronze and gilt-metal molded glass "Versailles" style Rococo Revival single-light hanging lantern.
Metal, Bronze
Palatial Large French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Ribbon & Bow Swag Lantern Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
Exquisite French Louis XVI style gilt bronze three-light lantern fixture adorned with bronze beaded swags and finished with a center medallion of a bow.
Bronze
$16,000 / item
Pair of Neoclassic Bronze Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900 French neoclassic style bronze lanterns with original glass panels.
Bronze
Neoclassic Glass and Bronze Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A French 1920's molded glass lantern with interior Edison (E24) light. Measurements: Drop: 27" Diameter: 9.5"
Metal
Wonderful French Bronze Louis XV Square Glass Panel Lantern Pendent Fixture
By David Reitner, Marvin Alexander, Inc.
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Bronze Louis XV Style Square With Inset Glass Panel Lantern Pendent Fixture Having A 4 Candelabra Light Interior Cluster Comes Ready To Install With Chain Canopy A...
Bronze
French Gilt Bronze Crystal Four-Light Wall Lantern Louis XVI Style, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very elegant gilt bronze and brass mounted cylindrical lantern with a central four-light candelabra cluster, France, 1920-1930.
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
Wonderful Large French Bronze Regency Empire Curved Glass Panel Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large French bronze Regency / Empire style curved glass panel lantern light fixture with 6 candelabra lights.
Bronze
$30,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 19th Century French Dore Bronze and Glass Figural Seven-Light Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous antique 19th century Louis XVI style French dore bronze and glass figural seven-light lantern.
Bronze
Outstanding French 19th Century Lantern
Located in Round Top, TX
An outstanding and sensational French mid-19th century lantern. Wonderfully crafted from bronze, copper and glass.
Bronze, Copper
$9,850Sale Price|46% Off
French, 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Glass Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style pear-shaped gilt bronze and diamond-cut-bent-glass lantern.
Bronze
$2,660Sale Price|20% Off
19thc French Antique Louis XVI style Gold Bronze w/ Cut Crystal Shade - Lantern
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 19thc Antique French Gold Bronze with Cut Crystal Ceiling Lantern Fixture.
Bronze
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
1930s French Louis XV style Nenuphar Bronze "Lily Pad" Floral w/ Crystal Lantern
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's French Louis XV Versailles style Nenuphar Bronze with Crystal Ceiling Lantern fixture.
Bronze
A Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze and Molded Glass Versailles Style Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French, 19th-20th century gilt bronze and molded glass "Versailles" style single-light Hanging lantern.
Bronze
French Art Deco Patinated Iron, Bronze and Glass Four-Sided Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Arte Deco patinated iron and Glass four-sided Lantern decorate with a bronze face on each side, France, 1930s.
Iron, Bronze
$3,350Sale Price|21% Off
Wonderful 19th Century French Caldwell Regal Bronze Lantern Frosted Glass Panels
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
This wonderful early 20th century dore bronze lantern by E. F. Caldwell in the French style with original frosted glass is a beautiful addition to your entry way.
Bronze
Wonderful French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Blown Glass Regency Lantern Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Blown Glass Regency / Empire Lantern Light Fixture With 4 Swan Figures Leading To Candelabra Lights, Accompanied By Chain And Canopy
Bronze
French Art Deco Patinated Iron Bronze and Glass Four-Sided Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely Art Deco patinated iron and Glass four-sided Lantern decorate with a bronze face on each side, France, 1930s.
Bronze, Iron
Wonderful French Dore Bronze Rococo Louis XV Petite Lantern Chandelier Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French Dore bronze rococo Louis XV Petite lantern chandelier has been rewired with 3 candelabra lights inside a hand blown and cut curved glass housing with one door pane...
Bronze
French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Crystal Four-Light Lantern, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very elegant gilt bronze and brass mounted cylindrical lantern with a central four-light candelabra cluster, France, 1920-1930.
Crystal, Brass, Bronze
French Ormolu Versailles Hall Lantern
Located in London, GB
Immerse your space in the elegant allure of the past with this exquisite French Louis XIV Style Hanging Hall Lantern. Crafted in the early 20th century, this meticulously designed p...
Bronze
Bronze "Versailles" Lantern with Beveled Glass Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bronze "Versailles" lantern with beveled glass panels. 1-light France, circa 1920 Dimensions: Height 18", diameter 8 1/2" CW4614.
Bronze
Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Cylindrical Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional French Louis XVI-style gilt bronze hall lantern, showcasing exquisite neoclassical craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
Bronze
A French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze & Glass Lantern with Exotic Birds and Berries
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze and Frosted Enameled Decorated Glass Lantern.
Metal, Bronze
Empire Revival Bronze and Glass Lantern with Arrow Detailing, France, circa 1900
Located in Lisse, NL
This striking French lantern is a refined example of Empire Revival craftsmanship, dating to the early 1900s.
Brass, Bronze, Wire
French Early 20th Century Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze "Versailles" Style Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming French, early 20th century, Louis XIV style gilt bronze and gilt metal molded glass "Versailles" Style three-light hanging hall lantern.
Metal, Bronze
Wonderful French Regency Bronze Louis XV Star Frosted Art Glass Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Regency Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze & Star Patern Frosted Art Glass Lantern Light Fixture
Bronze
French Early 19th Century Empire Lantern
Located in Round Top, TX
A very beautiful early 19th century Empire Lantern from the South of France. Wonderfully crafted in bronze.
Bronze
Bronze Lantern with Hand Beveled Crystal Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bronze lantern with hand beveled crystal panels. 3 lights Dimensions: Height 28" diameter 13" CW2575.
Crystal, Bronze
French Silvered Bronze Hall Lantern with Crown Top, Lion Masks and Etched Glass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant French hall lantern from the early 20th century, crafted in finely cast metal with a refined silvered finish.
Brass, Bronze
Elegant Pair of Solid Green Patinated Bronze Lanterns
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant pair of solid green patinated bronze lanterns with hexagonal faceted beveled glass.
Bronze
Versaiiles Style Lantern in Gilt Bronze and Crystal
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine Versailles style small lantern, of gilt bronze and crystal
Bronze
$4,875Sale Price / item|35% Off
Set of Three Small French 19th-20th Century Gothic Style Gilt Bronze Lanterns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of three French 19th-20th century Gothic revival style gilt bronze and glass single-light hanging lanterns with opaque-yellow stained-art-glass, circa 1900.
Bronze
Huge Lantern in Solid Bronze by Regis Royant
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Important lantern all made in solid bronze. Product on order from a set of eight exemplars and four artist proof. Weight is 70 kilos. Dimensions provided without the channel. Cha...
Bronze
Antique French 1950's Hall Lantern
Located in London, GB
For sale is a stunning French bronze hall lantern from the 1950s. This antique lantern features three light fittings adorned with circular bobeche drip pans, elegantly encased by se...
Brass, Bronze
Rare Pair of French Luis XVI Bronze Lanterns with Cupids and Garlands of Flowers
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of French Louis XVI Style Doré Bronze and Curved Glass circular shaped Lanterns with Cupids and Floral Garlands Presented as a pair, these French Louis XVI style lantern...
Bronze
$6,450Sale Price / item|48% Off
Set of Four Large French 19th-20th Century Gothic Style Gilt Bronze Lanterns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large set of four French 19th-20th century Gothic Revival style gilt bronze and glass six-light hanging lanterns with opaque-yellow stained-art glass, the top crowned...
Bronze
Huge French Louis XVI Style Brass Bronze Lantern with Curved Cut Glass Panels
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Very large Louis XVI style four-light hexagonal lantern, France, 1920-1930. The lantern is made of solid brass with integrated cast bronze details, six curved sides with curved cut g...
Brass, Bronze
$3,164Sale Price|20% Off
19thc Baccarat France Louis XVI style Cut Crystal & Bronze Ceiling Lantern
By Baccarat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Absolutely Stunning 19thc French Louis XVI style Cut Crystal Lantern by Baccarat.
Crystal
Very Large Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in London, GB
Very large Louis XV style gilt bronze lantern French, 20th century Dimensions: Height 160cm, diameter 62cm This magnificent lantern is crafted from gilt bronze in a wonderfully ...
Ormolu, Bronze
Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Lantern
Located in London, GB
A Fine Louis XV style gilt-bronze lantern, late 19th century, French, in the Rococo manner, with serpentine glazed panels and four-light suspended chandelier within, re-wired and PAT...
Ormolu
Hexagonal Gilt Bronze Lantern with Hand Cut Panels.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Gilt Bronze Hexagonal Lantern in the Louis XIV Taste. Hand Cut Sunburst in Panels. 3 lights.
Bronze
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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