Louis XV Style French Lantern
Sold|$16,412
Louis XV Style French Lantern
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb large French brass lantern of Louis XV style, 19th century.
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Lanterns
Brass
Sold|$16,412
Louis XV Style French Lantern
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb large French brass lantern of Louis XV style, 19th century.
Brass
Pagoda Shaped Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A large, patinated brass 1920's French lantern with with pierced details on body.
Sold|$1,800
Pair of Monumental Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
Large brass cylindrical lanterns with curved milk glass.
Pair of Brass Satin Finish Extra Large Hurricane Lamps
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of brass satin finish glass and brass rim top candle huge Hurricane lamps. The base measures 9" the top rim measures 11.25" and they are 23.25" tall.
Brass
Ships Anchor Lanterns by Perkins Marine Lamp Company
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of large solid brass ships anchor lanterns with fresnel glass lenses.
Brass
Large English Holophane Prismatic Glass and Brass Caged Pendant Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large Holophane pendant housed in its original decorative brass cage, early 20th century. Three sections of prismatic glass, later antique style bronze chain and an age related ...
Brass
Large Early 20th C Brass & Frosted Glass Conical Peter Behrens Luzette Pendant
By Peter Behrens
Located in Lowestoft, GB
The lantern also has its factory issue pressed brass decorative chain that conceales the flex and a much large length than normal.
Brass
2 x Large Mid-Century Florian Schulz Brass Wall Torchère Uplights Sconces 1970
By Florian Schulz
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Set of 2 Brass Wall Uplights by renowned designer Florian Schulz, crafted in Germany in the 1970s. With its exquisite mid-century design, this lighting fixture is per...
Brass
French Gilt Lantern Hall Light Rococo Revival Lamp
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Large gilt brass and glass hall lantern (Rococo Revival / Louis XV style) - high quality auction provenance Description: Baroque elegance: a statement hanging lantern A large, highl...
Giltwood
Large Early 20th Century Steel and Brass, Peter Behrens Luzette Pendant
By Peter Behrens
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large examples of a Peter Behrens pendant, with a polished and lacquered steel gallery/central band with brass details. Frosted top section, with a opaline bowl circa 1920 ...
Glass
Sold|$1,850
Large Dramatic Moroccan Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Regency style hanging pendant lamp in a Moroccan lantern style. Comes with a heavy brass chain 26" long not pictured.
Steel, Brass
Large Hexagonal Six Light Etched GlassLantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#1-1349 An hexagonal brass and clear etched glass lantern.Six light
Brass
Pair of Very Large American 19th Century Ship's Bow Lights with Fresnel Lens
By Perko Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of exceptionally large ship's lanterns by renowned Perko ship chandlers in Brooklyn, NY, circa 1910.
Brass, Sheet Metal
Very Large 19th Century Vintage Nautical Search Light or Spot Light by G Vieira
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Large 19th Century Vintage Nautical Search Light or Spot Light by G Vieira The Lamp is in brass it is very large and set on a wood and brass tripod, it is fully tilting and swi...
Brass
Rare Rail Road Locomotive Head Light, circa 1931
Located in Nantucket, MA
Rare Rail Road Locomotive Head Light, circa 1931. A large copper lantern with brass mountings and glass lens, with riveted label marked "Newcastle #323, 1931."
Copper
Sold|$1,295
Large Brass Ships Onion Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Large solid brass ships onion lantern with rich ruby red lens, protective brass bars, vented top, etc.
Brass
Sold|$3,500
large outdoor 1920 brass post lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
we have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights, use the contact dealer button to ask us, we might ...
Brass, Metal
Sold|$2,188
Large Storm Lantern with Brass Fittings
Located in London, GB
This elegant and well-proportioned handmade glass storm lantern features a hobnail design with polished brass hardware. The lantern has a separate top plate and features an internal ...
Brass
Sold|$1,600
Large Single Vintage Brass Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful wall lantern made of solid brass with interact thick beveled glass artistic work, That give great Light reflection when it’s on. Three 40/watt lights.
Brass
Sold|$4,923
Pair of Large Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
These lanterns were reclaimed from Wentworth Golf Club, Virginia Water, and are in excellent condition, 20th century. Price for the pair. Weight 18 kg.
Brass
Sold|$1,200
Large Brass Hanging Chandelier Or Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful large chandelier made of solid brass six sides with clear glass, elaborate scrolling top and very decorative foots on the bottom of the chandelier. Long brass steam in the...
Brass
Large English Brass Circular Lantern Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Large and heavy fine quality circular chandelier. Very fine detail with acorn finials at the top and at the bottom centre. Circular glass panels of four comprise this lovely piece....
Brass
Sold|$4,200
Pair of Large Brass and Glass Lanterns
Located in Buchanan, NY
Beautiful large brass and glass lanterns holding 3 candelabra lights
Brass
Sold|$2,950
Pair of Large Brass & Iron Coach Lanterns
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of large coach lanterns constructed in brass and iron, each with four sided glazed glass panels and drapery design, dating from the 19th century and English in origin.
Brass
Large Brass and Satinized Glass Pendant / Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Brass Fixture in an Elegant Hexagonal Form, Tapered to an Opening at the Bottom. Chic Satinized Glass Panels.
Brass
Large industrial glass, leather and brass Pentagon lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large industrial glass, leather and brass Pentagon lantern.
Brass
Sold|$7,454 / set
Large Set of Three English Solid Brass Lanterns
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa mid-20th C. Large set of three English solid brass lanterns.
Brass
Large Vintage Handcrafted Hanging Brass Lantern or Pendent
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional large hanging lantern made of solid brass, quality workmanship, electrified with three 60/watt light , beautiful beveled glass.
Brass
Large Clear Glass Storm Lantern with Brass Fittings
Located in London, GB
This elegant and well-proportioned handmade glass storm lantern features a simple yet elegant clear blown glass design with polished brass hardware. The lantern has a separate top pl...
Brass
Sold|$6,000
Large "Pentagone" lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning large modern lantern.
Brass
Large Glass Star Design Storm Lantern with Brass Fittings
Located in London, GB
This elegant and well-proportioned handmade glass storm lantern features a blown clear glass shade with a cut glass star design and polished brass hardware. The lantern has a separat...
Brass
Italian 1950s Large Brass Pendant Lantern with Glass Panels
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully clean design Italian brass pendant lantern, circa 1950 perfect for a contemporary or traditional home. The four sides and bottom are framed glass panels in a cube desig...
Brass
Extra Large French Caged Brass Glass Holophane Lantern Pendant
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A fine early 20th century French caged brass Holophane Lantern. The cage houses two section of finely cut prismatic glass, with an elongated pierced gallery and decorative centra...
Brass
Sold|$1,771 / item
Large French Caged Brass Glass Holophane Lanterns Two Available
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Seldom seen, a matching pair of early 20th century French caged Holophane pendants. Each brass cage houses two section of prismatic glass with decorative pierced central band and ...
Brass
Sold|$2,400
Pair Large Wall Lanterns
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-1006 Pair large lantern wall sconces with 2 internal lites and one up lite
Brass
Large Brass Hexagon Shape Lantern Chandelier 9 Light Beveled Glass
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Gorgeous Large Brass Hexagon Shape Lantern Chandelier 9 Light Beveled Glass Dimensions : 44" Tall X 22" Wide X 22" Deep This lantern has beveled glass and is stunning!
Brass
Sold|$4,200 / set
Large Vintage Pair of Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Copper-brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional large pair of wall lantern made of solid copper-brass , quality workmanship, electrified with three 40/watt light each, beautiful seeded glass.
Brass
Sold|$2,400 / set
Large Pair of Vintage Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Solid Brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
large pair of vintage wall lantern made of solid brass, quality workmanship, electrified with three 60/watt lights each, acrylic glass on all sides , great light exposure, beautiful ...
Brass
Sold|$2,250 / item
Antique External Large Wall Lanterns in Patinated Brass, France 1870
Located in Almelo, NL
French late 19th century brass external large antique wall lanterns in excellent original patination and large scale.
Brass
Large Vintage Eight Sides Handcrafted Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant handcrafted lantern made of solid brass, open glass top and bottom give dramatic light exposure, with beveled glass all over. Electrified with Four 40/watt lights, good for ...
Brass
Large 1940 Brass/Metal Outdoor Sconces with the Matching Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We also have our own line of wrought iron reproduction sconces and chandeliers, or we could do your own design. A very nice and large outdoor brass sconce, with have the matching la...
Brass, Metal
Sold|$2,100
Pair Large Lantern Sconces
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-226 Brass and glass two lite sconces
Brass
Sold|$1,495
Very Large Ships Masthead Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished ships lantern with Fresnel glass lens, tall chimney with vented top. Some damage to the chimney bracket and chimney. Weight is 23 pounds.
Brass
Large Antique English Red Nautical Lantern with Brass Detail and Label
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This impressive large nautical lantern is finished in a gorgeous pure red which complements its brass details beautifully.
Brass
Single Large Vintage Pair of Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Copper-brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional single large wall lantern made of solid copper-brass , quality workmanship, electrified with three 40/watt light each, beautiful seeded glass.
Brass
Early 20th Century Large Caged Brass Glass Holophane Lanterns Three Available
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rare trio of caged French Holophane lanterns. Each cage houses two sections of prismatic glass, with decorative pierced central band and gallery. Each bottom diffusion plate has...
Brass
Sold|$2,395
First Class Large Perko Ships Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
High quality highly polished and lacquered ships anchor lantern by Perko of Brooklyn New York. The thick Fresnel glass lens is mounted into the housing and surrounded by a protective...
Brass
Wonderful Pair Large Bronze Brass Half Round Bowed Glass Lantern Wall Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful pair of large bronze / brass half round bowed glass wall lantern sconces with egg & dart and wave pattern trim, each rewired with a single candelabra socket.
Brass, Bronze
Sold|$2,400
Large Adams and Westlake Lantern
By Adams & Westlake Co.
Located in Peekskill, NY
The Adams and Westlake Company is well known for its railroad lighting. I'm guessing this was designed for RR use. This is large for a kerosene lamp and is highly detailed. It has a ...
Brass
Early 20th C Large Caged Brass Glass Holophane Lanterns Lights Five Available
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rare run of five caged French Holophane lanterns. Each cage houses two sections of prismatic glass, with decorative pierced central band and gallery. Each bottom diffusion plate...
Brass
Early 20th Century Large Caged Brass and Prismatic Glass Holophane Lantern Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rare caged French Holophane lantern. The cage houses two sections of prismatic glass, with decorative pierced central band and gallery. The bottom diffusion plate has a pressed ...
Brass
Early 20th Century Large Caged Brass and Prismatic Glass Holophane Lantern Light
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rare caged French Holophane lantern. The cage houses two sections of prismatic glass, with decorative pierced central band and gallery. The bottom diffusion plate has a pressed ...
Brass
Large Lantern wall sconce (4 available)
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-786abcd Brass lantern wall light with one up lite and one down lite
Brass
Early 20thC Trio Large French Brass Glass Holophane Lanterns Lights, 3 Available
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Seldom seen, a matching trio of early 20th century French caged Holophane pendants. Each brass cage houses two section of prismatic glass with decorative pierced central band and ...
Brass
Early 20th Century Pair Large French Caged Brass Glass Holophane Lanterns Lights
By Holophane
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Seldom seen, a matching pair of early 20th century French caged Holophane pendants. Each brass cage houses two section of prismatic glass with decorative pierced central band and ...
Brass
Sold|$3,695
French 19th Century Brass & Glass Lantern
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large French lantern made of brass with curved glass panels.
Brass
Sold|$2,400 / set
Pair of Large Wall Hanging Lanterns
By American Studio Workshop
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of elegant wall hanging lanterns made of solid brass, beautiful weathered patina with one 60/watt light each. Suitable for wet locations. This pair will look great also as indoo...
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.
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