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Japanned Copper Finish

Antique Japanned Copper Scissor Arm Wall Lamp by F. W. Hardy
Antique Japanned Copper Scissor Arm Wall Lamp by F. W. Hardy

Antique Japanned Copper Scissor Arm Wall Lamp by F. W. Hardy

Located in Dekalb, IL

Hardy & Co. of Chicago-an early 20th-century manufacturer known for patented mechanical fixtures and industrial lighting-this lamp showcases the warm metallic depth of its original j...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

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Vintage Antique Japanned Finish Copper Lock Box Personal Safe With Key
Vintage Antique Japanned Finish Copper Lock Box Personal Safe With Key

Vintage Antique Japanned Finish Copper Lock Box Personal Safe With Key

Located in Torreon, Coahuila

Antique japanned finish lock box Comes with working key Good conditions with some paint losses in the back.  

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20th Century American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Antique 'Japanned' Finish Light Fixture 'Four-Light'
Antique 'Japanned' Finish Light Fixture 'Four-Light'

Antique 'Japanned' Finish Light Fixture 'Four-Light'

Located in Vancouver, BC

Hard to find original 'Japanned' finish fixture, the original term for this finish was called 'oxidized copper,' circa 1905.

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Early 20th Century Canadian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

French Art Deco Diana the Huntress Lamp on Marble Base
French Art Deco Diana the Huntress Lamp on Marble Base

French Art Deco Diana the Huntress Lamp on Marble Base

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H 14.18 in W 7.68 in D 4.14 in

French Art Deco Diana the Huntress Lamp on Marble Base

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

The statue is French Fonte d' Arte, bronze finish and then a “Japanned” upper finish in polished copper and black sheens.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Bistro Table - Original Japanned Copper Finish
Bistro Table - Original Japanned Copper Finish

Bistro Table - Original Japanned Copper Finish

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a nice solid steel and oak bistro table with an light and elegant look. It has a standard 29 inch table hight with a petite 20 inch oak top. The small footprint and clean lin...

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Early 20th Century American Stools

Materials

Steel

Blue Glass Globe Light

Blue Glass Globe Light

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H 30 in Dm 12 in

Blue Glass Globe Light

Located in Culver City, CA

Unusual blue glass globe, with blackened japanned copper finish on fittings, delicate rods, can be lengthened or shortened as per application.

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Early 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Bronze Edwardian Umbrella Stand
Bronze Edwardian Umbrella Stand

Bronze Edwardian Umbrella Stand

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Exceptional original condition with original Japan Copper finish

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Antique Curtis Ledger Flashed Copper (JAPANED) Garment Rounder
Antique Curtis Ledger Flashed Copper (JAPANED) Garment Rounder

Antique Curtis Ledger Flashed Copper (JAPANED) Garment Rounder

By Jean Leger

Located in Buffalo, NY

Overall height of 79.” Flashed copper (JAPANED) finish. Makers mark embossed on base and tagged on top. 1898 patent dates.

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Antique 1890s American Industrial Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Copper, Iron

Flash Copper Finish Bronze and Ring Chandelier, Carnival Glass
Flash Copper Finish Bronze and Ring Chandelier, Carnival Glass

Flash Copper Finish Bronze and Ring Chandelier, Carnival Glass

Located in Petaluma, CA

Very elegant and simple ring style fixture with great original flash copper finish over bronze. The ring is accented with cast faces of babies. Hanging from the fixture are five orig...

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Early Industrial Rolling Desk / Bar by Toledo, Japanning, copper flash
Early Industrial Rolling Desk / Bar by Toledo, Japanning, copper flash

Early Industrial Rolling Desk / Bar by Toledo, Japanning, copper flash

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen early Industrial rolling desk by Toledo. Amazing finish,, patina,, Japanning ,,copper flash.. Great for a laptop desk.

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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

H. Andrews Oak & Twisted Wire Japan Finish Ice Cream Parlor Cafe Table, C. 1900
H. Andrews Oak & Twisted Wire Japan Finish Ice Cream Parlor Cafe Table, C. 1900

H. Andrews Oak & Twisted Wire Japan Finish Ice Cream Parlor Cafe Table, C. 1900

By A.H. Andrews & Co.

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Featuring a clasped and braced Iron framework with solid Quarter Sawn Oak circular surface, atop a four legged curved, and twisted Iron Wire base. Beautiful Copper Japan finish. Comp...

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Antique 1890s American Victorian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron, Wire

Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps
Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps

Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps

By I.P. Frink

Located in Peekskill, NY

Both have the original Japanned copper or black finish and mini green over white porcelain coated shades.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps
Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps

Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps

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H 21 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Pair of Faries Articulating Table Lamps

By Faries Lamp Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

Both have the original Japanned copper or black finish and mini X-Ray Mercury glass shades.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Vaseline Glass Gas Lamp
Vaseline Glass Gas Lamp

Vaseline Glass Gas Lamp

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H 26 in Dm 16 in

Vaseline Glass Gas Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

This early gas lamp has an 8 inch Vaseline glass globe, 16 inch porcelain shade and original black/copper japanned finish. It has been rewired to take a standard bulb.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

1900 Dr. Suess Style Gas Lamp
1900 Dr. Suess Style Gas Lamp

1900 Dr. Suess Style Gas Lamp

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H 32 in W 25 in D 9 in

1900 Dr. Suess Style Gas Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

The brass also has its original milk glass shades and copper/black japanned finish.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Heavy Industrial Scissor Lamp with Blue Mercury Glass Shade
Heavy Industrial Scissor Lamp with Blue Mercury Glass Shade

Heavy Industrial Scissor Lamp with Blue Mercury Glass Shade

By F.A. Hardy & Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

The bracket itself has a nice aged patina but still retains the original copper and black Japanned finish.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Large Rare Original Faries Dental Lamp
Large Rare Original Faries Dental Lamp

Large Rare Original Faries Dental Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

Sterling Dental, 1904. The copper/black Japanned finish is one of the best originals I've seen.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel

Small End Table, Original Japanned Copper Finish
Small End Table, Original Japanned Copper Finish

Small End Table, Original Japanned Copper Finish

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a nice solid steel and oak bistro table with a light and elegant look. It has a standard 29 inch table height with a petite 20 inch oak top. The small footprint and clean lin...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial End Tables

Fine Hand Cast "Copper Finish Rabbit" from Old Japan
Fine Hand Cast "Copper Finish Rabbit" from Old Japan

Fine Hand Cast "Copper Finish Rabbit" from Old Japan

Located in South Burlington, VT

Fine quality hand cast rabbit from Japan This is a charming solid hand cast effigy of a kneeling rabbit caste in a delightful copper finish.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Copper

Pair Copper Finish Metal Pagoda Lanterns
Pair Copper Finish Metal Pagoda Lanterns

Pair Copper Finish Metal Pagoda Lanterns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of very decorative Metal Copper finish Pagoda style Lanterns. The pair hold pillar candles and made a nice statement inside or outdoors. Made of metal with a copper Patinate...

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20th Century Asian Anglo-Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Copper

Faries Lamp Co. Copper Japan Finish & Black Slate Shelf Lamp, 1900's
Faries Lamp Co. Copper Japan Finish & Black Slate Shelf Lamp, 1900's

Faries Lamp Co. Copper Japan Finish & Black Slate Shelf Lamp, 1900's

By Faries Lamp Co., Faries

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Bright brilliant color. Copper, Gray, Black. Very crisp Japan finish. Reflective.

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Slate, Brass, Copper

5 Globe Chandelier, Original Japanned Finish
5 Globe Chandelier, Original Japanned Finish

5 Globe Chandelier, Original Japanned Finish

Located in Peekskill, NY

This chandelier has a warn elegant and rich look without being too fussy. The copper/black Japanned finish is all original and has an aged patina.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Bronze Antique Japanese Singing Bowl, Hand-Hammered Copper
Bronze Antique Japanese Singing Bowl, Hand-Hammered Copper

Bronze Antique Japanese Singing Bowl, Hand-Hammered Copper

Located in Somis, CA

This is a large, substantial antique Japanese singing bowl in copper finish. The material is solid bronze.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

1910s Copper Washed Brass 4-Light Victorian Beaded Down Light Chandelier
1910s Copper Washed Brass 4-Light Victorian Beaded Down Light Chandelier

1910s Copper Washed Brass 4-Light Victorian Beaded Down Light Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

1910s Victorian copper washed Japan finish brass chandelier featuring four down lights.

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Vintage 1910s American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper

Unusual Desk Lamp Known as the "Question Mark Lamp"
Unusual Desk Lamp Known as the "Question Mark Lamp"

Unusual Desk Lamp Known as the "Question Mark Lamp"

Located in Petaluma, CA

It has the original case shade and has what is known as the flash copper, or "Japanned," finish.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Short Torchiere Lamps, Steuben Calcite Shades, Bronze Bases, ca. 1910
Pair Of Short Torchiere Lamps, Steuben Calcite Shades, Bronze Bases, ca. 1910

Pair Of Short Torchiere Lamps, Steuben Calcite Shades, Bronze Bases, ca. 1910

By Steuben Glass

Located in Petaluma, CA

The bases are regal looking and with a japanned (copper flash) design finish on the round bases.

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Rare F. A. Hardy Scissor with Mirrored Shade
Rare F. A. Hardy Scissor with Mirrored Shade

Rare F. A. Hardy Scissor with Mirrored Shade

Located in Peekskill, NY

This example is made even more interesting because its fitted with a Mirrored Reflector shade and still has the copper/black Japanned finish. Its all newly wired with period twisted ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Industrial Twisted Steel Wire Stools
Industrial Twisted Steel Wire Stools

Industrial Twisted Steel Wire Stools

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H 18 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Industrial Twisted Steel Wire Stools

Located in San Mateo, CA

They have some of the original copper japanned finish. Two of the stools match. One has a rounded edge on the seat and the legs are not splayed out as much as the other two.

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Early 20th Century North American Stools

Materials

Steel

Victorian Wire Work Desk Chair with Japanned Copper, Finish, circa 1895
Victorian Wire Work Desk Chair with Japanned Copper, Finish, circa 1895

Victorian Wire Work Desk Chair with Japanned Copper, Finish, circa 1895

Located in Portland, OR

The wrought iron base features some of the most wonderful japanned copper finish we've ever seen, which only serves to highlight the ornate casting and wire-work .

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Toledo Cafe Chair with Japanned Copper Finish, Circa 1910s
Toledo Cafe Chair with Japanned Copper Finish, Circa 1910s

Toledo Cafe Chair with Japanned Copper Finish, Circa 1910s

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Portland, OR

The Toledo chair, with iconic cabriole legs and hour-glass bent-metal frame, is one of the hallmark designs of the early industrial era. Produced in Toledo, Ohio, factory seating bec...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Side Chairs

Transitional Six-Light Chandelier with Japanned Copper Finish, circa 1905
Transitional Six-Light Chandelier with Japanned Copper Finish, circa 1905

Transitional Six-Light Chandelier with Japanned Copper Finish, circa 1905

Located in Portland, OR

With feet in both the 19th and 20th centuries, the Victorian era saw a huge transformation of lighting technology and the evolution of many styles. The period began with gas-powered ...

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Victorian Four-Light Chandelier with Polished Japanned Copper Finish, circa 1905
Victorian Four-Light Chandelier with Polished Japanned Copper Finish, circa 1905

Victorian Four-Light Chandelier with Polished Japanned Copper Finish, circa 1905

Located in Portland, OR

With feet in both the 19th and 20th centuries, the Victorian era saw a huge transformation of lighting technology and the evolution of many styles. The period began with gas-powered ...

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Rare Japanned Copper Victorian Pendant by Handel, circa 1900
Rare Japanned Copper Victorian Pendant by Handel, circa 1900

Rare Japanned Copper Victorian Pendant by Handel, circa 1900

Located in Portland, OR

A rare jewel: an early electric Victorian pendant, complete with japanned copper finish and an enormous five-paneled art glass shade.

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of Japan-Finish Sconces
Pair of Japan-Finish Sconces

Pair of Japan-Finish Sconces

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H 11 in W 6 in D 6 in

Pair of Japan-Finish Sconces

Located in Seattle, WA

Pair of vintage Japanned sconces with gold lined black shades. These have been professionally rewired.

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Vintage 1920s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Copper

Rare, Iconic, Japanned, Copper Toledo, Roll-Top Typewriter Desk
Rare, Iconic, Japanned, Copper Toledo, Roll-Top Typewriter Desk

Rare, Iconic, Japanned, Copper Toledo, Roll-Top Typewriter Desk

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Portland, OR

Just as recognizable is the oxidized copper Japanned finish that can be seen throughout the folded steel base and cage of the desk.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Rolltop Oak and Japanned- Metal Stand
Rolltop Oak and Japanned- Metal Stand

Rolltop Oak and Japanned- Metal Stand

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H 40 in W 17 in D 40 in

Rolltop Oak and Japanned- Metal Stand

Located in Hudson, NY

Wonderful early office stand, with oak folding sides, metal rolltop with "Japanned" copper resist finish, and adjustable wheels.

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Early 20th Century American Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Steel

Simple Gas Chandelier with a Twist (or 3), c1905
Simple Gas Chandelier with a Twist (or 3), c1905

Simple Gas Chandelier with a Twist (or 3), c1905

Located in Portland, OR

Superbly fitted with unmarked (but possibly Gillinder) prismatic glass shades, this light demonstrates how you can make a bold statement without having to scream. Finish: Original...

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Articulating Scissor Arm Wall Light by WD Allison, circa 1910
Articulating Scissor Arm Wall Light by WD Allison, circa 1910

Articulating Scissor Arm Wall Light by WD Allison, circa 1910

Located in Portland, OR

This example is a highly articulating examination room light, with an impressive 6.5' projection, the original japanned copper finish and a cased green glass shade.

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Vintage 1910s Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Empire Three-Light Chandelier with Straw Opalescent Shades, circa 1900
Empire Three-Light Chandelier with Straw Opalescent Shades, circa 1900

Empire Three-Light Chandelier with Straw Opalescent Shades, circa 1900

Located in Portland, OR

Frosted, etched, mirrored, prismatic, all of these shade designs were meant to show off or magnify the light, which feebly emanated from flickering flames and filaments. Incredibl...

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Rare Japanned Copper Toledo Roll-Top Typewriter Desk, circa 1925
Rare Japanned Copper Toledo Roll-Top Typewriter Desk, circa 1925

Rare Japanned Copper Toledo Roll-Top Typewriter Desk, circa 1925

By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.

Located in Portland, OR

Just as recognizable is the oxidized copper Japanned finish that can be seen throughout the folded steel base and cage of the desk.

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Vintage 1920s Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Machine Age Art Deco Industrial Arts Waste Receptacle by Erie Art Metal
Machine Age Art Deco Industrial Arts Waste Receptacle by Erie Art Metal

Machine Age Art Deco Industrial Arts Waste Receptacle by Erie Art Metal

By Erie Art Metal Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

Machine Age Art Deco Industrial Arts Waste Receptacle by Erie Art Metal Fabulous rolled-metal and ribbed construction, with excellent Japanned copper and black finish. This is the c...

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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Copper

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Japanned Copper Finish For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanned copper finish you’re looking for. A Japanned copper finish — often made from metal, copper and brass — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the Japanned copper finish you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A Japanned copper finish is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Industrial and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one Japanned copper finish that is appealing in its simplicity, but Faries Lamp Co., Faries and Toledo Metal Furniture Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Japanned Copper Finish?

A Japanned copper finish can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,350, while the lowest priced sells for $194 and the highest can go for as much as $2,450.