British Colonial Brass Lantern Wall Sconce
Located in Charlottesville, VA
It was designed for a candle, recently electrified. This lantern was made in Hong Kong for the English export market.
Brass
Sold|$675
New England Tin Whale Oil Lantern
Located in Essex, MA
A votive candle would work beautifully inside; or one could electrify this lantern with a small, low wattage bulb.
Tin
Victorian Exterior Lantern with Opalescent Glass
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
It was originally an exterior gas lantern and has been electrified according to current electrical codes.
Wrought Iron
Sold|$6,400 / set
Pair of Antique Bell Jar Lanterns
Located in Heath, MA
The lanterns have been newly electrified, each with a three-bulb candelabra cluster.
Brass
Sold|$4,225
Antique Sapphire Blue Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
The lantern has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra cluster that accommodates up to 60 watts per bulb.
Brass
Sold|$1,620
SALE!! Pair of Resin Lattice Lanterns
Located in Atlanta, GA
SALE / $810 PAIR / ORIGINAL PRICE $2,700 + A pair of very unusual hanging light fixtures + The vintage resin rectangle has been transformed into an electrified lantern + Cream co...
Sold|$12,340
Louis XVI Style Cylindrical Gilt Brass Lantern
Located in London, GB
The lantern has been re-electrified for the UK but could be electrified for the US or elsewhere, please ask for details and costs.
Brass
Sold|$1,875
Bell Jar Lantern with Cut Glass Etching
Located in Heath, MA
Originally for candles, the lantern has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra cluster accommodating ups to 60 watts per bulb.
Brass
Regency Trellis Pattern Lantern, London, circa 1790
Located in Alexandria, VA
Originally it held one candle but we have electrified the lantern with a three-light solid brass insert, patinated to match the original brass ring and finial.
English Regency-Style Bronze Center Hall Lantern
Located in Woodbury, CT
Two of the beveled glass panes are original and we have replaced the remaining panels with custom matching beveled glass. We have also electrified the lantern with a custom-made "ant...
Brass, Bronze
Sold|$3,250
19th C French Steel Lantern from Bordeaux
Located in Woodbury, CT
In great structural condition, we converted it to a hanging lantern, then electrified and overpainted it in a wonderful oxidized dark green color, just like the originals.
Antique English Bell Jar Lantern with Trellis Etching
Located in Heath, MA
In addition, an etched "Trellis" motif fully complements the Classic form of this lantern. It has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra cluster and arrives ready to ins...
Brass
French 19th Century Opalescent Glass and Bronze Lantern
Located in Fairfax, VA
A fabulous 19th century electrified gas lantern. Made in France with beautiful hand blow opalescent glass with bronze structure, truly piece of art.
Bronze
Antique Petite Bell Jar Lantern with Etched Stars
Located in Heath, MA
The embossed brass band and strands of chain have been replaced to ensure that the fixture is secure when hanging. The lantern has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra...
Brass
Large English Bell Jar Lantern with Frosted Etching
Located in Heath, MA
The lantern has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra cluster that accommodates up to 60 watts per bulb.
Brass
Sold|$3,450 / set
Pair of Bell Jar Lanterns with Diamond Etching
Located in Heath, MA
These circa 1870, medium-sized pendants are etched with a Waterford-style diamond motif and feature original smoke bells, rolled brass bands with a silvered tone, and strands of chai...
Brass
Sold|$4,100 / set
Pair of Bell Jar Lanterns with Diamond Etching
Located in Heath, MA
The embossed brass bands and chains have been replaced to ensure the integrity of the pendants when hanging The lanterns have been newly electrified, each with a three-bulb candelabr...
Brass
Large Early Neoclassical Hand Blown Lantern, London, circa 1790
Located in Alexandria, VA
This very rare hand-blown lantern has a very elegant elongated shape. Originally held one candle but we have electrified the lantern with a three-light with solid brass insert, patin...
Antique Bell Jar Lantern with Vine and Berry Etching
Located in Heath, MA
This especially lovely hand blown glass English pendant features a finely etched vine and berry motif and an original brass band with embossed floral design. The lantern has been new...
Brass
19th Century Bell Jar Lantern with Amethyst Colored Glass
Located in Heath, MA
The brass band has been replaced to ensure the integrity of the pendant. The lantern has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra cluster accommodating up to 60 watts per ...
Brass
Sold|$6,450 / set
Pair of Antique Bell Jar Lanterns with Etched Stars
Located in Heath, MA
These well-matched pendants feature excellent quality hand blown glass, replete with desirable swirls and air bubbles. The lanterns have been newly electrified, each with a three-bul...
Brass
Antique Iron and Bronze French Carriage Entrance Lantern with Glass
Located in Houston, TX
It includes it's original detailing and finish. This lantern can be electrified if desired. It is relatively large in size making it the perfect light fixture for any room.
Bronze, Iron
Pair of Venetian Red and Gilt Tole Lanterns, Italy circa 1780
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Venetian Red and Gilt Tole Lanterns, Italy circa 1780, recently electrified
Beautiful Pink Oil Lantern or Pendant Signed by ''Baccarat'', circa 1890s
By Baccarat
Located in Hialeah, FL
A unique pink color electrified oil lantern signed by Baccarat, 19th century France. the lantern or the pendant are in perfect condition, no chips or cracks to the glass.
Pair of 19th Century Large Etched English Bell Jar Hall Lanterns
Located in Heath, MA
The bell jars have their original smoke bells and brass bands with a pressed vine motif. The lanterns have been newly electrified, each with a three-bulb candelabra cluster accommoda...
Brass
Sold|$2,475 / set
Pair of 19th Century Petite Bell Jar Lanterns with Floral Etching
Located in Heath, MA
The lanterns been newly electrified with three-bulb candelabra clusters accommodating up to 60 watts per bulb.
Brass
19th Century Italian Pair of Iron Lanterns with Round Shaped Glasses, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century Italian pair of iron lanterns with round shaped glasses, 1890s. The lanterns have European electrification.
Iron
Sold|$3,200
French 19th Century Bronze Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
Made in France during 19th century, this elegant five-panel five-light gilt bronze electrified Lantern truly beautiful. This lantern has width of 14" and minimum height of 36 fully ...
Bronze
Electrified Brass and Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Glass etched "Wolf Special"
Glass
19th French Iron Lantern, 6-sided, 3 lights( newly electrified)
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th French Iron Lantern, 6-sided, 3 lights( newly electrified)
Charming neo barqoue electrified floor standing torcheiros.
Located in New York, NY
João V Barqoue style polychrome torcheiro lantern floor lamps. Electrified with glass inserts for the lantern.
Gesso, Paint
Pair of Electrified Baroque Floor Standing Lamps
Located in New York, NY
João V Baroque style polychrome torcheiro lantern floor lamps. Electrified with glass inserts for the lantern.
Gesso, Wood
Sold
Hanging lantern
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Bronze 3 candle hanging lantern, not electrified
Bronze
Small Cabin Lanterns
Located in San Francisco, CA
rusted metal lanterns, wired and electrified featuring single Edison filament bulbs (each sold separately) 11” H x 6” Dia
Sold|$3,200
Art Nouveau Lantern
Located in Hudson, NY
Square iron lantern with mica panels. Electrified to cast a soft glow.
Sold|$550
Handwoven Antique Chinese Lantern
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully woven wire Chinese lantern, with electrified fixture. Very intricate wire work., Wooden base. wiring is NEW.
Sold|$2,100
Copper Reposse' Halloween Lantern
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Electrified Mask Lantern on wrought iron base. One of a kind with glowing, red glass, backlit eyes.
Copper, Wrought Iron
Sold|$2,200
Studio Lantern/Chandelier Pair Available
Located in US
Electrified Hanging Lanterns Made From Cylindrical Industrial Form
Metal
Sold|$2,400
Pair of Crimson Pagoda Floor Lanterns
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Newly Lacquered Crimson Wood Electrified Lanterns. Repeating Square Pattern with Acrylic Inset.
Wood, Acrylic
Handblown, Clear Glass "Grapes, " Belgian Hanging Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Please view our other listings for variations. Please note: The lanterns are not electrified!
Glass, Blown Glass
Handblown, Clear Glass "Grapes, " Belgian Hanging Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Please view our other listings for size variations. Please note: the lanterns are not electrified!
Sold|$1,300
Set of Four Vintage Copper Wall Lanterns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The wall lanterns have been electrified and are marked with Underwriter's Laboratories' labels.
Beautiful Emerald Green Oil Lantern or Pendant ''Baccarat'', circa 1890s
Located in Hialeah, FL
"Baccarat" documented in a rare "Metropolitan Museum of Art" Book entitled "Crystallerie de Baccarat Paris" and a Baccarat Book entitled "Articles d' Eclairage" Emerald green crystal...
Bronze
Fine French Pink Oil Lantern or Pendant Signed by ''Baccarat'', circa 1900
By Baccarat
Located in Hialeah, FL
A unique pink color electrified oil lantern signed by Baccarat, 19th century, France.
Bronze
Sold|$5,400
French Tole Chandelier, Contemporary
Located in Dallas, TX
French tole chandelier with eight electrified candle lanterns hanging from circular iron ring in red tole peinte.
Large Pair of French Wall Lights with Embossed Lion Mask Decoration
Located in London, GB
Helmets, circa 1850, the lantern of a later date, electrified.
Extra Large Hanging "Grape, " Handblown Belgian Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Please view our other listings for size variations. Please note: the lantern is not electrified!
Blown Glass
Sold|$2,850
French Iron Lantern
Located in Nashville, TN
Slim French Iron Lantern with original patina. Newly electrified for the US.
Iron
Sold|$1,050
Pair of Forged Lanterns
Located in Carmel, CA
Pair of forged lanterns with center candle holder. These lantern can be electrified.
Sold|$550
Cobalt Blue Pumpkin Lantern
Located in Alexandria, VA
Originally candle-burning, now electrified. Lantern has its original brass fittings wired with three lights.
Sold|$1,230
Globe Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
In addition, the fancy brass finial and replaced band, with an embossed vine motif, add the perfect trimming to this elegant orb. The hall lantern has been newly electrified with a t...
Brass
Sold|$1,150
Period Arts & Crafts Iron Lantern
Located in Boston, MA
A small-scale four-sided Arts & Crafts iron lantern newly electrified with three lights and wax candle slips.
Iron
Sold|$2,400
French 19th Century Bronze Lantern
Located in Fairfax, VA
Elegant French electrified bronze lantern with carved panels. Four-light 60 watts each Measures: Total height of the frame is 30" but with all the chain 50".
Bronze
Sold|$375
Arts and Crafts Brass Lantern
Located in Alexandria, VA
This unusual lantern was originally not electrified -- it has punch work, cast,and etched decoration.
Brass
Sold|$3,000
Pair of Iron Pillar Pagoda Lanterns
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of painted black iron and bronze pillar lanterns, square body in the shape of a pagoda, frieze with repeating flower head relief pattern, above polyhedral pyramid frame each sid...
Iron
Sold|$1,825
Bell Jar Lantern with Trellis Etching
Located in Heath, MA
Originally for candles, the lantern has been newly electrified with a three-bulb candelabra cluster accommodating up to 60 watts per bulb.
Brass
Sold|$2,950
19th Century Green Bell Jar Hall Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
The lantern has been newly electrified and casts a warm light from a three-bulb candelabra cluster accommodating up to 60 watts per bulb.
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.
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