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Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern
Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern

Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern

Located in Long Island City, NY

An Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern The large and important frame designed with a crowned top with acanthus leaves and berries, the body surrou...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Bronze

Palatial 19th Century Northern Italian Carved Gilt Wood Baroque Style Lantern
Palatial 19th Century Northern Italian Carved Gilt Wood Baroque Style Lantern

Palatial 19th Century Northern Italian Carved Gilt Wood Baroque Style Lantern

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This large and impressive giltwood hall lantern formerly hung in a turn of the century Pittsburgh steel baron's mansion.

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18th Century Baroque Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Giltwood

Delightful Art Deco Brass and Star Etched Glass Lantern This lovely light
Delightful Art Deco Brass and Star Etched Glass Lantern This lovely light

Delightful Art Deco Brass and Star Etched Glass Lantern This lovely light

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Delightful Art Deco Brass and Star Etched Glass Lantern This lovely light has a cylindrical glass etched with large and small stars The lantern has a triple candle sconce which giv...

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1920s Art Deco Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Framed Hall Lantern with Frosted Reeded Glass Inserts
Vintage Brass Framed Hall Lantern with Frosted Reeded Glass Inserts

Vintage Brass Framed Hall Lantern with Frosted Reeded Glass Inserts

By Foster & Partners

Located in Nottingham, GB

Antique Brass and Frosted Glass Hall Lantern A good quality brass framed hall lantern of large size.

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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Antique Dutch Copper Lantern – 17th/18th Century – Arts & Crafts Style
Antique Dutch Copper Lantern – 17th/18th Century – Arts & Crafts Style

Antique Dutch Copper Lantern – 17th/18th Century – Arts & Crafts Style

Located in Antwerp, BE

Antique Dutch Copper Lantern – 17th/18th Century – Arts & Crafts Style A rare and characterful large hanging lantern from the Netherlands, likely crafted in the late 17th or early 1...

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Late 17th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Copper

19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern
19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern

19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century french Neoclassical gilt bronze and glass very important large pendant lantern By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass, crystal Technique: cast, mo...

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1880s French Neoclassical Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Antique Chinese Lantern, Hexagonal, Oriental, Cedar Late 19th Century circa 1880
Antique Chinese Lantern, Hexagonal, Oriental, Cedar Late 19th Century circa 1880

Antique Chinese Lantern, Hexagonal, Oriental, Cedar Late 19th Century circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique Chinese lantern. A hexagonal, Oriental lamp crafted from cedar in the late 19th century, circa 1880.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Cedar

Tall French Wrought Iron Lantern with Glass Panels and Scroll Detailing - 1900s
Tall French Wrought Iron Lantern with Glass Panels and Scroll Detailing - 1900s

Tall French Wrought Iron Lantern with Glass Panels and Scroll Detailing - 1900s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This large French iron lantern from circa 1900 showcases a graceful architectural form crafted from riveted iron with original patinated finish and clear glass panels on all sides.

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Early 20th Century French Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage style! A classic modernist lantern to add elegance to your environment!
Vintage style! A classic modernist lantern to add elegance to your environment!

Vintage style! A classic modernist lantern to add elegance to your environment!

Located in LA, CA

This is the original—thick, solid lens-like glass and solid brass detailing create a heavy, large-scale lantern; hang one or a pair!​ Thomas Cooper Studio represents a multilayered,...

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1670s Italian Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Large Smoke Bell
Large Smoke Bell

Large Smoke Bell

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine large smoke bell with an etched cluster of grape and leaves decoration, and bronze ring and chains. Contemporary electrification with 3 Lights.

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1910s Dutch Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Bronze

Large Vintage Ship's Lamp Red Copper Fresnel Lens 49cm
Large Vintage Ship's Lamp Red Copper Fresnel Lens 49cm

Large Vintage Ship's Lamp Red Copper Fresnel Lens 49cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Large vintage ship's lamp made of red copper and brass; the lamp features a removable red filter that can be placed behind the Fresnel lens, numbered 843, circa first half of the 20t...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass, Copper

Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt W
Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt W

Impressive Pair of Large Early 19th Century French Tole Peinte and Parcel Gilt W

Located in Benington, Herts

An imposing and fine quality pair of early 19th century French Tole Peinte and parcel gilt wall lanterns with outstanding original finish. French early 19th century - circa 18...

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Early 19th Century French Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Glass

Large and Decorative 1920s Industrial Iron and Glass Caged Pendant Light Fixture
Large and Decorative 1920s Industrial Iron and Glass Caged Pendant Light Fixture

Large and Decorative 1920s Industrial Iron and Glass Caged Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Lisse, NL

Original, heavy duty industrial factory lamp. This large and cool Industrial pendant with its original glass shade will look wonderful over a kitchen island, but there are many oth...

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Early 20th Century European Industrial Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Antique Bronze and Iron Lanterns
Pair of Large Antique Bronze and Iron Lanterns

Pair of Large Antique Bronze and Iron Lanterns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of large lanterns with a mix of bronze, brass and iron.

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Early 19th Century English Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron

Antique & Large Size Gothic Revival Wrought Iron & Transparent Glass Lantern
Antique & Large Size Gothic Revival Wrought Iron & Transparent Glass Lantern

Antique & Large Size Gothic Revival Wrought Iron & Transparent Glass Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

The forged iron is thick and strong and that too is why this large lantern light still is in such excellent, straight condition.

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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

World War I US Navy Ships Binnacle
World War I US Navy Ships Binnacle

World War I US Navy Ships Binnacle

Located in Norwell, MA

The hood has a hinged portlight with glass, carry handles, and a large lantern on top. This monster weighs about 340 pounds.

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1910s North American Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

1800s large Oil Lantern
1800s large Oil Lantern

1800s large Oil Lantern

Located in Peekskill, NY

It a large size lantern with an 18 inch diameter made up by 8 sections and 24 glass panels.

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Mid-19th Century American Rustic Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Tin

Large Italian Stripped Wood Lantern
Large Italian Stripped Wood Lantern

Large Italian Stripped Wood Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Large scale 19th century Italian carved and stripped wood lantern. circa 1880.

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19th Century Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Glass, Wood

Large Nippon Sento Ships Lantern
Large Nippon Sento Ships Lantern

Large Nippon Sento Ships Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Very heavy authentic ships port side lantern from Tokyo Japan. With polished copper case, sturdy and thick brass trim, flanges, hinges and protective bars. The clear glass fresnel le...

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Early 19th Century Asian Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Large English Glazed Brass Lantern
Large English Glazed Brass Lantern

Large English Glazed Brass Lantern

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Circa 1900 Large English BrassLantern sku 879 Diameter 37 x H66 cm

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Early 1900s British Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Large 4 Light Court House Lantern
Large 4 Light Court House Lantern

Large 4 Light Court House Lantern

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is the type of early lamp used to light government and bank buildings in the early 20th Century. At 12 x 19 inches its one of the largest lamp globes we have offered. The lamp f...

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Early 20th Century American Federal Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Large Italian Rococo Gilt-Metal Lantern
Large Italian Rococo Gilt-Metal Lantern

Large Italian Rococo Gilt-Metal Lantern

Located in London, GB

A large early 20th Century Italian gilt toleware lantern.

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Pair of Large English Brass Carriage Lanterns
Pair of Large English Brass Carriage Lanterns

Pair of Large English Brass Carriage Lanterns

Located in New Orleans, LA

This pair of English carriage lanterns are made of patinated solid brass and feature a hexagonal body with beveled glass panels.

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Early 20th Century English Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large Antique English Lantern Sconces
Pair of Large Antique English Lantern Sconces

Pair of Large Antique English Lantern Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1920's English hammered iron lanterns with glass insets. Measurements: Height: 25” Width: 8” Depth: 9.5"

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1920s English Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Iron

Large Pair of Port and Starboard Ships Lantern
Large Pair of Port and Starboard Ships Lantern

Large Pair of Port and Starboard Ships Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Large pair of meteorite ships port and starboard lanterns in polished steel cases with clear Fresnel glass lenses and colored red and green filters.

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1920s Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Steel

1920s Large Black Wrought Iron Lantern Chandelier by Curtis Lighting
1920s Large Black Wrought Iron Lantern Chandelier by Curtis Lighting

1920s Large Black Wrought Iron Lantern Chandelier by Curtis Lighting

Located in Stamford, CT

Early 20th Century large black wrought iron lantern or chandelier by Curtis Lighting Inc.

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Early 20th Century American Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Antique Carriage Lantern with an Eagle, Belgium, 1920
Large Antique Carriage Lantern with an Eagle, Belgium, 1920

Large Antique Carriage Lantern with an Eagle, Belgium, 1920

Located in Bastogne, BE

Antique brass carriage lamp, made in Belgium, circa 1920. The huge carriage lamp is adorned with decorative crowns and an imposing eagle at the top. Original glass surrounds the ...

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1920s Belgian Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Brass

Large French Hexagonal Wrought Iron Hanging Lantern, 19th Century
Large French Hexagonal Wrought Iron Hanging Lantern, 19th Century

Large French Hexagonal Wrought Iron Hanging Lantern, 19th Century

Located in New Orleans, LA

This fantastic hexagonal wrought iron hanging lantern features six glass panes and three central lights descending from a central stem. The French antique piece dates back to the 19t...

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Late 19th Century French Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wrought Iron

Very Large And Early Estate Gas Lantern With Wall Bracket
Very Large And Early Estate Gas Lantern With Wall Bracket

Very Large And Early Estate Gas Lantern With Wall Bracket

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is the type of heavy lantern custom made for large and important estates.

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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Large Coach Lanterns Wall Lights Flush Mounts, 19th
Pair of Large Coach Lanterns Wall Lights Flush Mounts, 19th

Pair of Large Coach Lanterns Wall Lights Flush Mounts, 19th

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful pair of 19th coach lanterns - wall lights fixtures. Germany. Lamp sockets: 1.

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Mid-19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Large 19th Century Louis XV Reticulated Bronze Lantern with Curved Glass
Large 19th Century Louis XV Reticulated Bronze Lantern with Curved Glass

Large 19th Century Louis XV Reticulated Bronze Lantern with Curved Glass

Located in New Orleans, LA

This 19th century Louis XV hexagonal hanging lantern features beautiful reticulated bronze with curved glass panels.

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19th Century French Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Bronze

A Very Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns
A Very Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns

A Very Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Very Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns 2 very rare pieces, dating back to the 19th century, these have been brought right up to date with electrical wiring W...

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19th Century Victorian Large Antique Lantern

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Iron

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji
Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lanterns Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji, Edo Period, 19th century Japanese cloisonne lanterns were made during the Meiji period, from the la...

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19th Century Japanese Edo Large Antique Lantern

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Copper, Enamel

Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Empire Bronze Crystal Glass Bell Jar Lantern
Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Empire Bronze Crystal Glass Bell Jar Lantern

Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Empire Bronze Crystal Glass Bell Jar Lantern

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French neoclassical large Empire bronze and crystal adorning glass bell jar lantern fixture with 6 candelabra lights.

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1920s French Empire Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Early 20th Century Art Deco Large Modernist Bronze Pedestal Pendant Lantern
Early 20th Century Art Deco Large Modernist Bronze Pedestal Pendant Lantern

Early 20th Century Art Deco Large Modernist Bronze Pedestal Pendant Lantern

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A striking and unusual cast bronze pendant, the central column has six arms that contain elongated bulbs with collars at either end. The pendants has its original opaline bulbs but...

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Early 20th Century English Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Bronze

A Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Bell Jar Lantern Chandelier
A Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Bell Jar Lantern Chandelier

A Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Bell Jar Lantern Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A grand and exquisitely detailed large Antique French neoclassical gilt bronze and crystal 9 light bell jar lantern chandelier.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Large Antique Lantern

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Crystal, Bronze

Extra Large Antique Gothic / Medieval Style Wrought Iron & Glass Art Lantern
Extra Large Antique Gothic / Medieval Style Wrought Iron & Glass Art Lantern

Extra Large Antique Gothic / Medieval Style Wrought Iron & Glass Art Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

If you are a collector of rare and ancient looking Gothic antiques then this large and one of a kind pendant could be flying your way soon.

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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Extra Large Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Porch or Hallway Pendant Light / Lantern
Extra Large Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Porch or Hallway Pendant Light / Lantern

Extra Large Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Porch or Hallway Pendant Light / Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

So if you have an Arts & Crafts (inspired) interior and/or you are looking for a rare and impressive light to grace your living space then this large and probably unique lantern coul...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

A Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns  2 wonderful pieces
A Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns  2 wonderful pieces

A Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns 2 wonderful pieces

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Large Pair of Entrance Door Wall Lights, Wall Lanterns 2 wonderful pieces, the iron shades have been glazed with blue diffused glass, the lights are in good and sound condition, h...

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1920s Arts and Crafts Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Iron

19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA
19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA

19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

19th C. Large Antique Hand Carved Wood Lantern Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant LA , Late 1800’s early 1900’s charming George III Style English Carved Wood antique Partially Gilt hangin...

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Late 19th Century European Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Large French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Crystal Four-Light Lantern, 1920-1930
Large French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Crystal Four-Light Lantern, 1920-1930

Large French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Crystal Four-Light Lantern, 1920-1930

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A very elegant gilt bronze and brass mounted cylindrical lantern with a central four-light candelabra cluster, France, 1920-1930. Finely handcrafted, clean lines and modern design in...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Antique Murano Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century
Antique Murano Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century

Antique Murano Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Beautiful and Large pendant lantern in hand blown amber Murano glass and brass.

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Early 20th Century Italian Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Murano Glass

Late 19th Century French Gold Painted Lantern
Late 19th Century French Gold Painted Lantern

Late 19th Century French Gold Painted Lantern

Located in Chicago, IL

Large antique French decorative lantern. Fixture 42.75”, chain 33.75” long.

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Late 19th Century French Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Iron

Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design
Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design

Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design

Located in South Burlington, VT

Sukiya Living magazine, a very good publication for authentic Japanese Sukiya living style, explains the names and positioning of the usually six different sections of a large stone ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Granite

Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches
Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches

Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches

Located in South Burlington, VT

Sukiya Living magazine, a very good publication for authentic Japanese Sukiya living style, explains the names and positioning of the usually six different sections of a large stone ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Stone

Japan Tall  Old Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern
Japan Tall  Old Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern

Japan Tall Old Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Sukiya Living magazine, a very good publication for authentic Japanese Sukiya living style, explains the names and positioning of the usually six different sections of a large stone ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Granite

Custom Made Hollywood Regency Gilt Iron Lantern Sconces 1920s
Custom Made Hollywood Regency Gilt Iron Lantern Sconces 1920s

Custom Made Hollywood Regency Gilt Iron Lantern Sconces 1920s

Located in Stamford, CT

Below the lantern box is large carved finial. To the right and left of the lantern box are large cast iron filigree decorations.

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1920s American Baroque Revival Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Wrought Iron

Japan Tall Antique Classic Edo Period Kasuga Stone Lantern
Japan Tall Antique Classic Edo Period Kasuga Stone Lantern

Japan Tall Antique Classic Edo Period Kasuga Stone Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Sukiya Living magazine, a very good publication for authentic Japanese Sukiya living style, explains the names and positioning of the usually six different sections of a large stone ...

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19th Century Japanese Edo Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Stone

Japan Classic  Antique  12 Signs Zodiac Stone Lantern, 96 Inches
Japan Classic  Antique  12 Signs Zodiac Stone Lantern, 96 Inches

Japan Classic Antique 12 Signs Zodiac Stone Lantern, 96 Inches

Located in South Burlington, VT

Sukiya Living magazine, a very good publication for authentic Japanese Sukiya living style, explains the names and positioning of the usually six different sections of a large stone ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Granite

Antique English Maritime Lantern "Meteorite 50811" by Meteorite Lamp Co.
Antique English Maritime Lantern "Meteorite 50811" by Meteorite Lamp Co.

Antique English Maritime Lantern "Meteorite 50811" by Meteorite Lamp Co.

By Meteorite

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This large-scale lantern is constructed from durable metal and finished in a faux copper paint that has developed a rich, distressed patina with appealing wear and surface texture fr...

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Early 20th Century English Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Metal

Ecclesiastical French Enameled Bronze Lantern by Edmond Lesage Dated 1901
Ecclesiastical French Enameled Bronze Lantern by Edmond Lesage Dated 1901

Ecclesiastical French Enameled Bronze Lantern by Edmond Lesage Dated 1901

Located in New York, NY

Very unique and large hexagonal shaped bronze ecclesiastical lantern designed by the French goldsmith, Edmond Lesage (1859-1928), from the heights of the Art Nouveau period and Renai...

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Early 20th Century French Large Antique Lantern

Materials

Bronze

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Large Antique Lantern For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic large antique lantern available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every large antique lantern was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a large antique lantern — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A large antique lantern is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Regency and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one large antique lantern that is appealing in its simplicity, but Holophane, Humphrey Lamp Company and Adolphe-Jean Lavergne produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Large Antique Lantern?

A large antique lantern can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,053, while the lowest priced sells for $298 and the highest can go for as much as $102,083.

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