Pair of English Midcentury Brass and Glass Hexagonal Three-Light Hall Lanterns
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome pair of English mid-20th-century brass and glass hanging hall lanterns, designed in a restrained Georgian Revival taste.
Brass
French Neoclassical Style Brass and Beveled Clear Glass Hexagonal Lantern, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and beveled clear glass hexagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1920s.
Brass
Italian 19th/20th Century Renaissance Revival Gilt-Bronze & Seeded Glass Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Large Italian 19th/20th Century Renaissance Revival Gilt-Bronze, Silvered Metal and Amber Seeded Glass Six-Light Hanging Lantern. The impressive gilt-bronze body with Doric style c...
Metal, Bronze
Hanging Pendant Light Sculpture by J.M. Szymanski, Modern Glass Design
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 1 - LARGE J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The collection...
Steel
Hanging Pendant Light by J.M. Szymanski, Hand-Blown Glass & Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 1 - SMALL (WHITE) J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The col...
Steel
Hanging Pendant Light by J.M. Szymanski, Hand-Blown Glass & Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 3 J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The collection is a lin...
Steel
Holmegaard Hanging Lamp Design Michael Bang in Green Opaline Glass, Denmark
By Holmegaard, Michael Bang
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
Hanging Pendant Light by J.M. Szymanski, Hand-Blown Glass & Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 2 J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The collection is a lin...
Steel
$12,850Sale Price / set|30% Off
Fine Pair of Belle Époque Neoclassical Style Gilt-Metal and Cut-Glass Lanterns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine pair of French 19th-20th century Belle Époque neoclassical style gilt-metal and cut-molded-glass hanging lanterns. The single-light scrolled finely chased gilt-metal body with...
Metal, Brass
French Empire Style Frosted Glass Hanging Lamp with Gilt Bronze and Crystal Pris
Located in Kastrup, DK
Beautiful and decorative French glass hanging lamp executed in the Empire style, circa 1850 The lamp features an elegant frosted glass bowl engraved with delicate star motifs and a c...
Bronze
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
1930's Art Deco Era Italian Murano Barovier & Toso Art Glass and Crystal Lantern
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1930's Art Deco Era Italian Barovier&Toso Murano Art Glass Hanging Lantern Fixture. This piece is stunning and when lit even more amazing.
Art Glass
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
Vintage Boho Scalloped Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with old-world charm using this stunning vintage wrought iron lantern. Featuring a beautifully scalloped metal shade, intricate hammered details, and star-etched gl...
Wrought Iron
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Brass, Copper
Antique English 19th Century Copper Wall Hanging Gas Lamp
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique English copper wall hanging gas lamp dating back to the 19th century. This Georgian style glazed lamp with a beautiful verdigris aged patina would suit an indoor or outdoo...
Copper
20th Century French Louis XVI Style Bronze Dore Tapered Lantern
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI style (20th Century) bronze dore round tapered shaped hanging lantern with 4 glass panels and 8 arms.
Bronze
$5,338 / set
Large Pair of French 19th Century Iron Lanterns
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very large and elegant pair of iron hanging lanterns, painted green. Glass panels could be added (either colored ones or clear).
Iron
$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
$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
Moorish Hanging Lantern by Berber Tribes of Morocco, 27\" H
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan Moorish clear glass with intricate metal filigree hanging Harem lantern.
Metal
Moorish Hanging Lantern, Clear Glass & Metal, Morocco
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan lantern in diamond shape with clear glass and metal. This Moorish light fixture is handcrafted by artisans in Morocco The metal is delicately hand-cut in filigree Moorish ...
Metal
Vintage Moroccan Moorish Bronze Metal & Multicolor Glass Hanging Lantern
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A striking vintage Moroccan hanging lantern, handcrafted in Marrakech from pierced metal with a rich dark bronze patina and inset clear and jewel-toned glass.
Metal
$775Sale Price|29% Off
Boho Chic Oriental Hanging Red Glass Lantern or Pendant
Located in Plainview, NY
A stylish boho chic hanging pendant or lanterns with 6 red glass panels and brass inlay.
Brass
Antique Moorish Pierced Brass and Stained Glass Hanging Lamp, Lantern
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage Moroccan pendant light. Newly rewired, and in very good condition with age appropriate patina. Original chains. Uses one single standard bulb E26/E27. Made of metal with cut...
Brass
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Brass Lantern Hanging Pendant with Handblown Circular Glass
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish 20th century brass lantern hanging pendant with handblown circular glass.
Bronze
Vintage Wall Hanging Brass Lanterns, Hand-Crafted, Beveled Glass, Asia
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant pair of vintage wall lantern made of solid quality brass, with one 60/watt light each, thick beveled glass.suitable for wet locations. Electrified and ready to use. Decorati...
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
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 adorable pendant light fixture features a white ceramic lantern and a beautiful canopy wit...
Metal
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
Antique Style Brass & Glass Crystal Cut Hanging Pendent Lantern Ceiling Light
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage style Brass & Cut Glass Hanging Pendant ceiling light This piece is fully of charm and character and looks amazing Conditio...
Brass
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
Single vintage Solid Brass Hanging Lantern- 21”high x 13” wide
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This exquisite single vintage solid brass hanging lantern exudes timeless elegance and old-world charm.
Brass
Single vintage Solid Brass Hanging Lantern- 10”w x 19” High
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This exquisite single vintage solid brass hanging lantern exudes timeless elegance and old-world charm.
Brass
Rare Arts & Crafts Copper Hanging Lantern with Hand-Cut Animal Motifs, ca 1905
Located in Lisse, NL
The beautifully weathered copper and the warm glow through the glass make this lantern every bit as attractive during the day as it is after sunset.
Brass, Wire, Copper
Spanish Revival Gilt Iron and Amber Glass Wall Lantern / Wall Sconce, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Hand Forged Wall Lantern // Gilt Iron and Amber Glass Wall Hanging Lantern // Wall Sconce in Wrought Iron and Glass // Gothic Inspired Gilt Iron Wall Hanging Light
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$4,985Sale Price|22% Off
An Early 20th Century Gilt-Bronze & Opaline Ovoid Glass Lantern with Lion Pelts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Continental early-mid 20th century neoclassical Revival style gilt-bronze and opaline ovoid glass lumière hanging lantern pendant. The ovoid frosted blown-glass globe, with th...
Bronze
Pair Of Large Vintage 1970s Bell Shaped Smoked Glass & Brass Pendant Lights
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Pair of refurbished extra large, oversized vintage mid-century modern hanging bubble glass pendant lights / lanterns by Glashütte Limburg.
Brass
1 of 3 Large Vintage 1970s Bell Shaped Smoked Glass & Brass Globe Pendant Lights
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
One of a set of three refurbished large vintage mid-century modern hanging bubble glass pendant lights / lanterns by Glashütte Limburg.
Brass
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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