Yacht Lanterns by Davey of London
Located in Norwell, MA
matching oil lanterns with burner and globes, reflector panels are attached in both and they are fitted
Vintage 1920s European Lanterns
Brass
Yacht Lanterns by Davey of London
Located in Norwell, MA
matching oil lanterns with burner and globes, reflector panels are attached in both and they are fitted
Brass
Pair of Lanterns by A. Ward Hendrickson
Located in Norwell, MA
Fine pair of chrome-plated yacht cabin lanterns. With protective cages, carry handles, reflectors
$2,400
H 21.46 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Art Deco Enameled Railway Lantern by Usines Foal, Belgium, 1918-1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
aesthetics. The lantern features superbly enameled reflectors with rich depth and character, showcasing the
Metal, Copper
Three Lantern Tripod Floor Lamp by Arlus
By Arlus
Located in Hanover, MA
A strikingly whimsical three lantern floor lamp produced by Arlus, France in the 1950's with a
New Orleans Lantern
By ADG Lighting
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Pair of old world gas copper lanterns converted with reflector back plate. Can be reproduced. $900
Industrial Copper Wall Lantern
Located in Stamford, GB
A copper LMS (London, Midland and Scottish Railway) lantern with original patination and enamelled
Copper
Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
a 1930s gas street lamp. The tapering lantern reflector with blue and frosted glass panes, holds the
Sterling Silver
Carriage Gas Lantern with Mercury Glass Reflector
Located in Savannah, GA
19th Century Savannah Carriage Gas Lantern with Mercury Glass Reflector. Lantern is in working
Iron
British Railway Lantern
Located in Culver City, CA
Wonderful gas lantern with original oil burner, reflector, and wall mount bracket
1920s Vintage Cast Iron Lantern by General Electric
Located in New York, NY
A vintage cast iron lantern with mercury glass reflector, made by The General Electric Company
Iron
Pair of Antique Copper French Lanterns in the 18th Century Style
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
solid copper French exterior, or interior lanterns, with correct 18th century style reflectors, and
Copper
Pair of Rose Tarlow Emerald Green Wall Lanterns with Reflectors
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking pair of late 20th century American Rose Tarlow designed wall lanterns with a
Steel
Pair of Nautical Brass Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of patinated nautical English brass lanterns with original metal reflectors. Measures: 18
Exceptional Miner's Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extremely cool miner's lantern with reflector mirror. Originally powered with kerosene. Now has
Brass
Pair of Early Lanterns with Mercury Glass Reflectors
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of unusual early iron lanterns with mercury glass reflectors. Great age patina.
Sold
H 20 in W 10.5 in D 10.75 in
Large 19th Century American Tole Kerosene Lantern with Mercury Glass Reflector
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 19th century American tole Kerosene Lantern with mercury glass eeflector. Brand new wiring.
Tôle
Large "Defiance" Lantern
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Large former kerosene lantern with beautiful reflector and chimney and burner intact. Newly rewired.
Pair of Small Wall Lanterns
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Beautiful pair of small wall mount lanterns with mirror reflectors. Completely restored and rewired.
PAIR of Early Double Sided Lanterns
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Unusual pair of double sided lanterns with polished reflectors.
Pair of Exceptional Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey & Co.
By Davey & Co.
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of top quality Davey & Co. ships lanterns. With arched and vented tops, carry handles, beveled glass, hinged doors, burners, etc. Fitted with makers badges reading "Davey & Comp...
Brass
Large Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey of London
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships cabin lanterns by Davey of London. Exceptionally large examples from Davey with three beveled glass windows, hinged doors, vented tops, carry handles. Both have hou...
Brass
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