Hanging Gas Lantern
20th Century American Lanterns
Copper, Steel
Antique 1810s American American Colonial Lanterns
Brass, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century American Lanterns
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Lanterns
Lead, Brass, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Lanterns
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Lanterns
Brass
Antique 1830s American American Empire Lanterns
Antique 1870s American American Empire Lanterns
Brass
Antique 1830s English George IV Lanterns
Brass, Iron
Antique 1850s American American Empire Lanterns
Brass, Copper
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Lanterns
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Antique Late 19th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Lanterns
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Iron, Wrought Iron
Antique 1890s Swedish Victorian Table Lamps
Brass
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
1990s Unknown Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Side Tables
Iron
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Copper
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Farm Tables
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
Travertine
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Lanterns
Copper
Antique 1850s French French Provincial Farm Tables
Elm
2010s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Dining Room Tables
Wood
20th Century Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Lights and Sconces
Copper
Recent Sales
Antique 1860s Great Britain (UK) Lanterns
Copper
Antique 19th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Lanterns
Brass
Antique 1890s American Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Copper
Antique Early 19th Century British Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century American Lanterns
Copper, Steel
Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Copper, Steel
Antique 19th Century American Lanterns
Wrought Iron
Antique 1830s American American Colonial Lanterns
Copper
Antique 1820s American American Empire Lanterns
Copper
Antique 19th Century French Lanterns
Antique 19th Century Lanterns
Copper
Antique 1810s American American Colonial Lanterns
Spelter, Brass, Copper
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Lanterns
Antique 1840s American American Empire Lanterns
Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century French Lanterns
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Lanterns
Bronze, Copper
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Copper, Iron
Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Lanterns
Iron
Antique 1820s English George III Lanterns
Brass, Iron
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Copper
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Nautical Objects
20th Century American Lanterns
Copper, Steel
Antique 1810s American American Empire Lanterns
Brass, Copper, Wire
21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns
Brass, Copper
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Lanterns
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Copper
Antique Late 19th Century English Lanterns
Copper, Wrought Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century English Lanterns
Copper
Antique Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Antique Late 19th Century French Lanterns
Bronze, Iron, Tin
Early 20th Century English Industrial Lanterns
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Asian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Copper
Antique 19th Century Italian Lanterns
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Lanterns
Antique 1880s English Gothic Revival Lanterns
Copper
Vintage 1930s French Lanterns
Antique 19th Century French Lanterns
Iron, Steel
Early 20th Century English Lanterns
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Lanterns
Copper, Brass
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Lanterns
Brass, Copper
Antique 19th Century English Lanterns
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Lanterns
Copper, Brass
Antique 1890s English Victorian Lanterns
Copper
Antique 19th Century French Lanterns
Wrought Iron
Antique 1880s Chandeliers and Pendants
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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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