Large French Hexagonal Wrought Iron Hanging Lantern, 19th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fantastic hexagonal wrought iron hanging lantern features six glass panes and three central
Wrought Iron
Brass Hanging Lantern Louis XVI Style
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Brass Hanging Lantern Louis XVI Style This pretty brass hanging lantern is suspended from its
Brass
$3,428
H 22.84 in W 14.18 in D 9.45 in
French Art Nouveau Brass Hanging Lantern with Opalescent Glass, circa 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant French Art Nouveau hanging lantern, crafted in solid brass with flowing organic arms and an
Brass
Gilt Hanging Lantern with Ceiling Escutcheon
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Large antique Louis XV style glass hanging lantern with ceiling escutcheon, gilt metal, and glass
Metal
$5,760 / item
H 24.5 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
Interior or Exterior French Colonial Pendant Hanging Lantern Light Fixture
By Santa Barbara Lighting Company
Located in Santa Paula, CA
French Colonial pendant lantern, a fixture equally at home indoors or out. Inspired by historic gas
Cut Steel, Iron, Wrought Iron
$1,140
H 27.56 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Vintage French Rococo Style White Ceramic and Glass Hanging Lantern, 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Vintage Rococo style white ceramic and glass hanging lantern, France, circa the 1970s. This
Metal
$1,160Sale Price|57% Off
H 42.92 in W 13.78 in D 19.69 in
Unique Wrought Iron Hanging Lantern Wall Lamp, Historicism
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique wrought iron hanging lantern wall lamp, Historicism Ornate wrought iron hanging lamp
Wrought Iron
$6,800 / item
H 32.29 in Dm 19.3 in
3 Fine French Hanging Bronze and "Craquelé" Glass Lanterns by Jean Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
With a satin gilded finish bronze frame that hold a crazed glass shade. Dimensions: 2 same : 32 1/2" (with chain) Diameter: 19 1/4" 1 Smaller and different: H: 28 4/8" (with ch...
Bronze
$2,007Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.11 in Dm 7.88 in
Louis Sognot Rattan Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern, 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Louis Sognot attributed rattan ceiling pendant hanging light, France, 1950s This
Wicker, Paper, Rattan, Cane
$4,000
H 33 in W 17 in D 17 in
French 19th Century Iron Hanging Lantern with Groups of Fleur De Lis at Top
Located in New Orleans, LA
This large elaborate hexagonal wrought iron hanging lantern features fantastic scroll work and
Wrought Iron
$2,200
H 26 in W 9 in D 8 in
Antique Middle Eastern style Jeweled Brass Lantern / Chandelier / Hanging Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Antique (early 20th century) bronze and metal lantern form chandelier in the Middle Eastern style
Metal, Brass
$2,150
H 76.78 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian Modernist Tall Floor Lamp Hanging Lantern
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Rosenthal Netter, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in Carimate, Como
manufacturing characterized by the hanging lantern. This charming piece is in the typical style of Bonacina
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
$3,000 / set
H 19 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Pair of Italian Mid 20th Century Wrought Iron Hanging Lanterns
Located in New Orleans, LA
This beautiful pair of Italian hand painted wrought iron and glass hanging lanterns date back to
Wrought Iron
$14,500 / item
H 42 in Dm 20 in
Art Deco Mixed-Metals and Smoked Glass Lantern Style Hanging Light - TWO Avail
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful nickel and brass lantern style hanging light is surrounded by smoked glass panels
Brass, Nickel
Bronze Antique Ceiling Lantern, France, 1920's
Located in Bastogne, BE
. France, 1920's. An ornate French 19th-20th molded glass hanging lantern has elongated molded and cut
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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