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Large Nautical Metal Electrified Lantern
Large Nautical Metal Electrified Lantern

Large Nautical Metal Electrified Lantern

$440Sale Price|20% Off

H 22 in W 14 in D 12 in

Large Nautical Metal Electrified Lantern

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a former large oil nautical lantern. It depicts a metal port ship’s lantern painted green with a blue glass shade.

Category

20th Century Dutch Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Solid Brass Port and Starboard Boat Lanterns
Solid Brass Port and Starboard Boat Lanterns

Solid Brass Port and Starboard Boat Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

Choice pair of original nautical lanterns. With makers plates from Davey and Company London Limited, London England with original oil burners.

Category

Vintage 1930s European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

F.H. Lovell Co. Solid Brass Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens
F.H. Lovell Co. Solid Brass Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens

F.H. Lovell Co. Solid Brass Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Mounting bracket to backside. Great nautical lantern that has been wired with socket for home use and mounted to a custom mahogany base.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Nautical Ships Lantern
Pair of 19th Nautical Ships Lantern

Pair of 19th Nautical Ships Lantern

$2,950 / set

H 20 in Dm 12 in

Pair of 19th Nautical Ships Lantern

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A pair of Nautical Ships Lantern with red glass lens and electrified.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Set of Nautical Ship Brass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Set of Nautical Ship Brass Lanterns, Sold Individually

Set of Nautical Ship Brass Lanterns, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A set of three circa 1920's English brass lantern with molded glass. Sold individually. Measurements: Height: 23" Diameter: 9.5"

Category

Vintage 1920s English Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Nautical Copper Lanterns, American Colonial Style, 1940s, USA
Vintage Nautical Copper Lanterns, American Colonial Style, 1940s, USA

Vintage Nautical Copper Lanterns, American Colonial Style, 1940s, USA

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of large vintage circular nautical copper lanterns with old bulbous circular glass.

Category

Vintage 1940s American American Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Century Brass & Copper Maritime Nautical Pendant Lantern
Early 20th Century Brass & Copper Maritime Nautical Pendant Lantern

Early 20th Century Brass & Copper Maritime Nautical Pendant Lantern

Located in Atlanta, GA

Its presence conjures images of shipboard passageways dimly illuminated by similar fixtures, or the warm glow of lanterns swinging gently on the porches of seaside manors, bridging t...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Perko Galvanized Steel Nautical Ship Lantern with Red Glass
Vintage Perko Galvanized Steel Nautical Ship Lantern with Red Glass

Vintage Perko Galvanized Steel Nautical Ship Lantern with Red Glass

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Perko galvanized steel and brass ship lantern with red glass. Retains its' original makers label, “Perko, Perkins Marine Lamp & Hardware Corp. Brooklyn, N.Y., U.S.A. Recently...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960s Neptune N R Brass Ship Lantern Industrial Vintage Patinated Nautical Light
1960s Neptune N R Brass Ship Lantern Industrial Vintage Patinated Nautical Light

1960s Neptune N R Brass Ship Lantern Industrial Vintage Patinated Nautical Light

By Neptune

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage Marine Lamp Lantern Nautical Neptune N R Brass Ship Lantern. Oil lantern constructed with solid brass and glass.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1880s Onion Porch Lantern Rustic Caged Globe Cabin-Modern Nautical Bubble Lamp
1880s Onion Porch Lantern Rustic Caged Globe Cabin-Modern Nautical Bubble Lamp

1880s Onion Porch Lantern Rustic Caged Globe Cabin-Modern Nautical Bubble Lamp

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Nice antique onion lantern, unknown maker. A wonderful rustic decor for tabletop or hanging. Sold as a prop for decor only, the function of the oil canister is unknown and untested.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Old Mining Lantern or Nautical Ship Lamp in Brass by Sherwoods England, 1900s
Old Mining Lantern or Nautical Ship Lamp in Brass by Sherwoods England, 1900s

Old Mining Lantern or Nautical Ship Lamp in Brass by Sherwoods England, 1900s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare hand-held mining or ship lantern/oil Lamp in patinated brass. Despite being around 100 years old it has an almost futuristic or brutalistic appearance. It was made by Sherwood...

Category

Early 20th Century English Bauhaus Lanterns

Materials

Brass

American Nautical Brass Perko Marine Lantern with Orig. Fresnel Lense NY C. 1920
American Nautical Brass Perko Marine Lantern with Orig. Fresnel Lense NY C. 1920

American Nautical Brass Perko Marine Lantern with Orig. Fresnel Lense NY C. 1920

By Perko Co.

Located in Charleston, SC

American Nautical brass Perko marine lantern with the original Fresnel lense, exterior side mounts, vents, and locking interior oil font.

Category

Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of American Nautical Polished Steel and Brass Ship Lanterns, NY C. 1880
Pair of American Nautical Polished Steel and Brass Ship Lanterns, NY C. 1880

Pair of American Nautical Polished Steel and Brass Ship Lanterns, NY C. 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American Nautical port & starboard polished steel and brass ship lanterns with the original red and blue Fresnel lenses, flanking vented dome finials, exterior protective cag...

Category

Antique 1880s American American Empire Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel, Wire

Solid Brass Nautical Dock Light
Solid Brass Nautical Dock Light

Solid Brass Nautical Dock Light

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass dock light with clear glass Fresnel lens. Wired with electricity. Three flange feet for mounting. Weight: 6 LBS Overall dimensions: 8” H x 7” D Made: English Materi...

Category

1990s European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Nautical Spotlight by Crouse Hinds
Vintage Industrial Nautical Spotlight by Crouse Hinds

Vintage Industrial Nautical Spotlight by Crouse Hinds

By Crouse-Hinds

Located in New York, NY

Cool, Industrial vintage nautical spotlight or searchlight by Crouse Hinds features a Pyrex glass shade that opens easily for bulb change .The large head swivels and tilts direction....

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Ships Port Lantern with Fresnel Lens
Ships Port Lantern with Fresnel Lens

Ships Port Lantern with Fresnel Lens

$895

H 18 in W 10 in D 9 in

Ships Port Lantern with Fresnel Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Nautical port lantern. Antique lantern with Fresnel glass lens.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Old Large Masthead Nautical Ship Lamp, Vintage Industrial Style Decoration Item
Old Large Masthead Nautical Ship Lamp, Vintage Industrial Style Decoration Item

Old Large Masthead Nautical Ship Lamp, Vintage Industrial Style Decoration Item

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is a large vintage solid metal and brass nautical 7989 Mast head Light, Maritime signal lantern/lamp with Fresnel lens.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht
Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht

Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht

$1,499

H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in

Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht

Located in Norwell, MA

Choice antique nautical boat lantern with clear convex main lens and red and green bullsey lenses.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht
Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht

Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht

$1,499

H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in

Solid Brass Bow Lantern from a Yacht

Located in Norwell, MA

Choice antique nautical boat lantern with clear convex main lens and red and green bullseye lenses.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

English Nautical Yacht Cabin Lantern, Stamped Best and Lloyd, Circa 1840
English Nautical Yacht Cabin Lantern, Stamped Best and Lloyd, Circa 1840

English Nautical Yacht Cabin Lantern, Stamped Best and Lloyd, Circa 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

English polished steel nautical yacht cabin lantern with wooden carrying handle, vented chimney, three glass panels, porcelain back, and original oil burner, Mid-19th Century.

Category

Antique 1840s English William IV Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Antique English Solid Brass & Glass Starburst Hanging Lantern - Pendant
Antique English Solid Brass & Glass Starburst Hanging Lantern - Pendant

Antique English Solid Brass & Glass Starburst Hanging Lantern - Pendant

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The clear glass panels have an etched starburst design, which is a common feature in many colonial, nautical, or Victorian-era lantern styles. Originally it was wall lantern, and ...

Category

20th Century European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large Copper and Brass Ship's Port Lantern Light by Meteorite Birmingham England
Large Copper and Brass Ship's Port Lantern Light by Meteorite Birmingham England

Large Copper and Brass Ship's Port Lantern Light by Meteorite Birmingham England

By Meteorite

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Large early 20th Century Antique British solid copper and brass nautical Port signal lantern/lamp with Fresnel lens.

Category

Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Copper Ships Masthead Lantern On Base
Copper Ships Masthead Lantern On Base

Copper Ships Masthead Lantern On Base

$2,395

H 22 in W 16 in D 15 in

Copper Ships Masthead Lantern On Base

Located in Norwell, MA

High quality solid copper and brass trimmed masthead lantern. With maker's badge from Tung Woo Masthead and Serial No. M123. Thick Fresnel lens, hinged top vented chimney, brass carr...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Rope Lantern Chandelier Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Mid-Century Rope Lantern Chandelier Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

Mid-Century Rope Lantern Chandelier Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Austin, TX

Rope circular lantern chandelier Audoux Minet, circa 1960 with white opaline glass.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Nautical Objects

Materials

Rope, Glass

Pair of Exceptional Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey & Co.
Pair of Exceptional Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey & Co.

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...

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Japanese Ship's Lantern of Solid Brass by Nippon Sento Co. LTD
Japanese Ship's Lantern of Solid Brass by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

Japanese Ship's Lantern of Solid Brass by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Norwell, MA

Genuine solid brass ship's lantern by Japanese maker Nippon Sento Co. LTD. Clear Fresnel glass lens with removable red filter. Mid twentieth century anchor lantern that has been meti...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Nippon Sento Co. LTD
Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's lantern, solid brass anchor lantern by Japanese maker Nippon Sento Co. LTD, Tokyo, Japan. Circa 1970. This was a back up emergency lantern from a supertanker in the event it l...

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

1958 Brass "Not Under Command" Ship's Anchor Lantern by Nippon Sento Co. LTD
1958 Brass "Not Under Command" Ship's Anchor Lantern by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

1958 Brass "Not Under Command" Ship's Anchor Lantern by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ship's anchor lantern with glass Fresnel lens. Wired with electricity. Japanese maker's badge from by Nippon Sento Co. LTD, Tokyo, Japan, dated 1958. Meticulously polishe...

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern
Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern

Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern

$2,195

H 65 in W 24 in D 21 in

Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's masthead lantern with protective cage, Fresnel lens, ac wiring, vented top, carry handle, etc. Sturdily built. Overall Dimensions: 16"H x 12"L x 10"D. Weight is 18 pounds.

Category

Vintage 1920s Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Tung Woo
Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Tung Woo

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Tung Woo

$2,195

H 22 in W 17 in D 14 in

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Tung Woo

Located in Norwell, MA

Tung Woo ship's masthead lantern that has been meticulously polished and lacquered.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A11680"
Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A11680"

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A11680"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid copper and brass ships masthead lantern by the venerable English firm Meteorite. With brass makers badge and serial number. Interior has been fitted with an electric socket but...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Ship's Cabin Lantern by Davey of London
Ship's Cabin Lantern by Davey of London

Ship's Cabin Lantern by Davey of London

$2,495

H 18 in W 12 in D 9 in

Ship's Cabin Lantern by Davey of London

By Davey & Co.

Located in Norwell, MA

Early twentieth century highly polished and lacquered ships cabin lantern with three beveled glass panels, back reflector and hinged door. Mounted to a varnished wood base. With make...

Category

Vintage 1930s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Bronze

Solid Brass Highly Polished Port and Starboard Boat
Solid Brass Highly Polished Port and Starboard Boat

Solid Brass Highly Polished Port and Starboard Boat

Located in Norwell, MA

Highly polished and lacquered nautical boat lantern by Perko of Brooklyn NY. With mounting flange, vented chimney, and original brass ring.

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Solid Brass Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns
Pair of Solid Brass Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns

Pair of Solid Brass Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

U.S. Navy pair of “wing to wing’” bridge lanterns from the early twentieth century. They have been stripped of the military paint and meticulously polished and lacquered. The long va...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

American Polished Steel and Brass Single Anchor Lantern, Circa 1880
American Polished Steel and Brass Single Anchor Lantern, Circa 1880

American Polished Steel and Brass Single Anchor Lantern, Circa 1880

By Wilcox-Crittenden & Co. 1

Located in Charleston, SC

American painted polished steel and brass single ship anchor lantern with original Fresnel lense, hoisting ring, protective cage, and original oil burner.

Category

Antique 1880s American American Empire Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Steel

Copper and Brass Ship's Masthead Lantern by Davey of London
Copper and Brass Ship's Masthead Lantern by Davey of London

Copper and Brass Ship's Masthead Lantern by Davey of London

By Davey & Co.

Located in Norwell, MA

Highly polished copper ships lantern by Davey of London. Approved by the ministry of transport. Hinged top. Electrified for home use. Fresnel glass lenses. Heavy carry handle. Outsta...

Category

Vintage 1950s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern by M.P. Calloway of Leith
Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern by M.P. Calloway of Leith

Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern by M.P. Calloway of Leith

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's lantern by Scottish maker M.P. Calloway Limited Manufacturers of Leith. The steel case has been meticulously polished and lacquered. Fresnel glass lens with brass bezel. Heavy...

Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Pair of Port and Starboard Ship Lanterns by Meteorite "P18124" & "P137559"
Pair of Port and Starboard Ship Lanterns by Meteorite "P18124" & "P137559"

Pair of Port and Starboard Ship Lanterns by Meteorite "P18124" & "P137559"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's port and starboard lanterns with polished and lacquered steel cases, glass Fresnel lenses, red and green filters, electric sockets, etc.. With brass maker's badges and serial ...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Meteorite "C20696"
Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Meteorite "C20696"

Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Meteorite "C20696"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Awesome antique ship's masthead lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Hinged and vented top. Brass makers badge with serial number C20696 from English Maker Meteorite. Sturdy hoisting han...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Ship's Trawling Lantern with Red and Blue Filters by Meteorite "A-11175"
Ship's Trawling Lantern with Red and Blue Filters by Meteorite "A-11175"

Ship's Trawling Lantern with Red and Blue Filters by Meteorite "A-11175"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Rare English ship's lantern known as a trawling lantern. Fitted with red and green filters for port and starboard with a clear strip up the center. Very large and heavy. Brass maker'...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Pair of Copper Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, "25029" & "19203"
Pair of Copper Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, "25029" & "19203"

Pair of Copper Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, "25029" & "19203"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of solid copper and brass ship's port and starboard ships lanterns by the venerable and famous English maker "Meteorite." The copper cases are fitted with brass labels including...

Category

Vintage 1940s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Copper "Not Under Command" Ship's Lantern with Glass Fresnel Lens by Meteorite
Copper "Not Under Command" Ship's Lantern with Glass Fresnel Lens by Meteorite

Copper "Not Under Command" Ship's Lantern with Glass Fresnel Lens by Meteorite

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Ships anchor lantern from the English firm "Meteorite." Fitted with a Fresnel glass lens. Removeable red filter. Wired for home use. Meticulously polished and lacquered, mounted to a...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray
Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray

Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's anchor lantern of polished brass and copper. Maker is R.C. Murray Limited, 37 Cavendish St, Glasgow. Meticulously polished and lacquered, this has been completely restored by ...

Category

Vintage 1920s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Solid Brass Ship's Lantern by F.H. Lovell Co. of Arlington, New Jersey
Solid Brass Ship's Lantern by F.H. Lovell Co. of Arlington, New Jersey

Solid Brass Ship's Lantern by F.H. Lovell Co. of Arlington, New Jersey

Located in Norwell, MA

Superb ship's lantern by Lovell with a ruby red lens by Corning. Highest quality ship's lantern with a heavy hoisting handle, vented top, engraved top, thick Fresnel lens, protective...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Rope Lantern Chandelier Pendant Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Mid-Century Rope Lantern Chandelier Pendant Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

Mid-Century Rope Lantern Chandelier Pendant Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Austin, TX

Rope lantern chandelier Audoux Minet, circa 1960. Nautical style.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rope

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Interesting Nautical Lanterns
Interesting Nautical Lanterns

Interesting Nautical Lanterns

Unavailable

H 17 in W 17 in D 10 in

Interesting Nautical Lanterns

Located in Stamford, CT

Electrified. Can be wall mounted.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Nautical Brass Signal Lantern
Vintage Nautical Brass Signal Lantern

Vintage Nautical Brass Signal Lantern

Unavailable

H 25.5 in Dm 19 in

Vintage Nautical Brass Signal Lantern

Located in Heath, MA

Solid brass daylight signaling lamp with aluminum knobs, salvaged from a Japanese naval vessel and attentively restored. This circa 1940 maritime lantern has a tempered glass lens, w...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Small Nautical Light
Small Nautical Light

Small Nautical Light

Unavailable

H 20 in Dm 17 in

Small Nautical Light

Located in Atlanta, GA

* Vintage industrial pendant * Newly rewired * Chain and canopy are oxidized * Amazing rustic piece

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Pair of Ship's Nautical Painted Pendant Lights
Pair of Ship's Nautical Painted Pendant Lights

Pair of Ship's Nautical Painted Pendant Lights

Unavailable

H 20.5 in Dm 16.5 in

Pair of Ship's Nautical Painted Pendant Lights

Located in Heath, MA

A pair of 1970s maritime aluminum pendant lights with conical form and original putty-green paint. Salvaged from a cargo ship near the Bay of Bengal, these authentic nautical lights ...

Category

Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp
Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp

Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp

Unavailable

H 14 in W 10.25 in D 8.25 in

Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp

By Perkins Marine Lamp

Located in Palm City, FL

PRESENTED is one of the rarest marine lights Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn, NY made for boats up to 26 feet long. It is only the second example that we have had to offe...

Category

Early 20th Century American Lanterns

Antique DAVEY of London Nautical Signal Lamp
Antique DAVEY of London Nautical Signal Lamp

Antique DAVEY of London Nautical Signal Lamp

Unavailable

H 14.5 in Dm 7.5 in

Antique DAVEY of London Nautical Signal Lamp

By Davey & Co.

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is a marine oil fired signal lamp made by the famous Davey & Co., London. It’s quality and workmanship sets it apart from lesser brands, and it is in remarkably fine condit...

Category

Vintage 1950s English Lanterns

Materials

Copper, Brass

Large Pair Antique Nautical WW I Perko Navy Bulkhead Oil Lamps
Large Pair Antique Nautical WW I Perko Navy Bulkhead Oil Lamps

Large Pair Antique Nautical WW I Perko Navy Bulkhead Oil Lamps

By Perkins Marine Lamp

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is a lamp that you are very unlikely to come across says Anthony Hobson, in book II of, - Lanterns That Lit Our World -. They were made by Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation d...

Category

Early 20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Tin

Brass nautical lantern
Brass nautical lantern

Brass nautical lantern

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H 9 in Dm 5.5 in

Brass nautical lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#1-1455 A brass nautical lantern with black lens protector.

Category

Vintage 1940s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Nautical Lanterns
Pair of Brass Nautical Lanterns

Pair of Brass Nautical Lanterns

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H 12 in W 5.5 in D 7 in

Pair of Brass Nautical Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

Authentic pair of nautical lanterns by George B. Carpenter, Ship Chandler, Chicago, IL.

Category

Antique 19th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair Large Vintage Nautical Lanterns
Pair Large Vintage Nautical Lanterns

Pair Large Vintage Nautical Lanterns

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H 22 in W 14 in D 12 in

Pair Large Vintage Nautical Lanterns

By Meteorite

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Pair of large vintage Masthead galvanized starboard and port nautical lanterns by Meteorite. One lamp has some rusted parts and to the base a missing back.

Category

20th Century British Nautical Objects

Materials

Metal

Nautical lantern
Nautical lantern

Nautical lantern

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H 21 in Dm 12 in

Nautical lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#1-2204 Verdigris brass lantern with hand blown glass


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Category

Vintage 1940s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Nautical Lantern
Nautical Lantern

Nautical Lantern

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H 14 in Dm 7 in

Nautical Lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#1-1844 Brass noutical lantern with fresnel glass lense

Category

Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Nautical Lanterns
Pair of Nautical Lanterns

Pair of Nautical Lanterns

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H 6 in W 6 in D 5 in

Pair of Nautical Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

Authentic pair of nautical port and starboard lanterns by Simpson Lawrence.

Category

Antique 19th Century Lanterns

Materials

Copper

19th century Nautical Lantern
19th century Nautical Lantern

19th century Nautical Lantern

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H 23 in Dm 10.5 in

19th century Nautical Lantern

Located in New York, NY

UK circa 1880

Category

Antique 19th Century British Lanterns

Large Antique English Red Nautical Lantern with Brass Detail and Label
Large Antique English Red Nautical Lantern with Brass Detail and Label

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.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

19th Century Black Nautical Lantern Sconces 'Pair'
19th Century Black Nautical Lantern Sconces 'Pair'

19th Century Black Nautical Lantern Sconces 'Pair'

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of circa 1880, black painted, nautical lantern wall lights. Newly electrified, originally oil lamps.

Category

Antique 1880s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Circa 1940's Copper nautical lantern
Circa 1940's Copper nautical lantern

Circa 1940's Copper nautical lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Copper lantern with solid brass hander and supports

Category

Vintage 1940s Lanterns

Unique Copper,  Brass & Steel Hanging Nautical Lantern
Unique Copper,  Brass & Steel Hanging Nautical Lantern

Unique Copper, Brass & Steel Hanging Nautical Lantern

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A striking combination on metals make up this ships lantern that has been electrified as a hanging light.

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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Copper, Brass, Steel

Circa 1940's brass nautical lantern (2 available)
Circa 1940's brass nautical lantern (2 available)

Circa 1940's brass nautical lantern (2 available)

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#1-1589ab Brass lantern with fresnel lense (priced individually)

Category

Vintage 1940s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Brass Nautical lantern
Brass Nautical lantern

Brass Nautical lantern

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H 20 in Dm 13 in

Brass Nautical lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#1-2119 Brass lantern with hand blown spherical glass shade.
Brunelli will convert to electricity

Category

Early 20th Century English Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Pair nautical lantern sconces
Pair nautical lantern sconces

Pair nautical lantern sconces

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H 8 in W 8 in D 7 in

Pair nautical lantern sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-1192 Pair nautical sconces with bubble glass lense

Category

Vintage 1930s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Ships Bow Lantern of Copper and Brass
Ships Bow Lantern of Copper and Brass

Ships Bow Lantern of Copper and Brass

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H 24 in W 17 in D 8 in

Ships Bow Lantern of Copper and Brass

Located in Norwell, MA

This great nautical lantern is as good as they come. Brass trim includes hasp, handle, bezel, etc.

Category

Vintage 1920s North American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Century French Copper and Brass Marine Port Side Lantern, 26-in high
Early 20th Century French Copper and Brass Marine Port Side Lantern, 26-in high

Early 20th Century French Copper and Brass Marine Port Side Lantern, 26-in high

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This large early twentieth century English copper nautical lantern features a brass label in the form of a scroll marked Port at the top, and a maker's plaque underneath marked Willi...

Category

Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large 19th Century French Copper and Brass Starboard Lantern with Red Glass
Large 19th Century French Copper and Brass Starboard Lantern with Red Glass

Large 19th Century French Copper and Brass Starboard Lantern with Red Glass

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This large classic 19th century copper and brass nautical lantern features the label of its maker in St.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Nautical Objects

Brass Nautical Distress Lantern
Brass Nautical Distress Lantern

Brass Nautical Distress Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass marine safety lantern by Wilcox Crittenden of Middletown Connecticut. fine highly polished marine distress lantern with prismatic glass lens and carry handle. With brass ...

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Vintage 1940s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Japanese Antique Bronze Star Fish Lantern, Hand Made Unique
Japanese Antique Bronze Star Fish Lantern, Hand Made Unique

Japanese Antique Bronze Star Fish Lantern, Hand Made Unique

Located in South Burlington, VT

First we have seen, unique An innovative designed nautical Lantern that emits brilliant night light.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Solid Brass Nautical Bow Lantern
Solid Brass Nautical Bow Lantern

Solid Brass Nautical Bow Lantern

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H 9 in W 8 in D 5 in

Solid Brass Nautical Bow Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Highly polished bow lantern from a yacht or launch. With vented top and carry ring. Fitted with three bullseye lenses of clear, red and blue. Fitted with an electric socket for home ...

Category

Antique 1890s American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Davey & Company English Brass Nautical Ship Lantern Lamp
Wonderful Davey & Company English Brass Nautical Ship Lantern Lamp

Wonderful Davey & Company English Brass Nautical Ship Lantern Lamp

By Davey & Co.

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Full of nautical character, a vintage brass & glass Davey & Co ship's lantern that's been turned into a table lamp.

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Vintage 1950s English Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Copper and Brass Nautical Anchor Lanterns, Circa 1900
Pair of English Copper and Brass Nautical Anchor Lanterns, Circa 1900

Pair of English Copper and Brass Nautical Anchor Lanterns, Circa 1900

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of English copper and brass nautical ship lanterns with original Fresnel lenses, brass and steel carrying handles, vented tops, and makers badge, Early 20th Century.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Pair Brass Port & Starboard Nautical Kerosene Lanterns
Pair Brass Port & Starboard Nautical Kerosene Lanterns

Pair Brass Port & Starboard Nautical Kerosene Lanterns

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of navigation lights that went to the port and starboard sides of a vintage vessel. Starboard lens is green. Port lens is red. Illuminated by a kerosene soaked woven rope wick.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Nautical Copper & Brass Ship Lanterns, Griffiths & Sons. C. 1880
Pair of English Nautical Copper & Brass Ship Lanterns, Griffiths & Sons. C. 1880

Pair of English Nautical Copper & Brass Ship Lanterns, Griffiths & Sons. C. 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of English nautical copper and brass port and starboard ship lanterns with polished steel carrying handles, vented tops, original Fresnel lenses, brass stamped badges, rear hand...

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Antique 1880s English Empire Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Nautical Beacon
Nautical Beacon

Nautical Beacon

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H 21 in W 7 in D 7 in

Nautical Beacon

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass and copper nautical beacon with polished and lacquered finish, fitted with a Fresnel glass lens, three footed base. Hinged housing and vented top.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Nautical Navigation Lens
Nautical Navigation Lens

Nautical Navigation Lens

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H 6 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Nautical Navigation Lens

Located in Chicago, IL

Since 1838 marine vessels have been required to display Directional lights to signal a craft’s position, heading and status. Often referred to as “Position” or “Running” lights, the ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Lanterns

Materials

Glass

1930s Ward Hendrickson Marine Lighting Nautical Ship Light Fresnel Lenses
1930s Ward Hendrickson Marine Lighting Nautical Ship Light Fresnel Lenses

1930s Ward Hendrickson Marine Lighting Nautical Ship Light Fresnel Lenses

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a vintage marine-nautical ship light or lantern with Fresnel lenses.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Small Ship Lamp Anchor Light Nautical Oil Lamp Red Copper 23cm
Small Ship Lamp Anchor Light Nautical Oil Lamp Red Copper 23cm

Small Ship Lamp Anchor Light Nautical Oil Lamp Red Copper 23cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Small vintage ship lamp, anchor light, nautical oil lamp lantern made of red copper and brass, completely complete with glass fresnel lens, removable oil reservoir, glass and wick, s...

Category

Vintage 1980s European Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of 19th Century Ship / Nautical Oil Lamps with Red Globes Electrified
Pair of 19th Century Ship / Nautical Oil Lamps with Red Globes Electrified

Pair of 19th Century Ship / Nautical Oil Lamps with Red Globes Electrified

Located in Madrid, ES

Unmatched pair of late 19th century nautical oil lamps with pristine red globes. Similar in size and shape, these two lamps originally used a kerosene or oil flame for illumination,...

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Very Large 19th Century Vintage Nautical Search Light or Spot Light by G Vieira
Very Large 19th Century Vintage Nautical Search Light or Spot Light by G Vieira

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...

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Antique 1890s Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Nautical Lamp with Green and Red Light English Manufacture of the Early 1900
Nautical Lamp with Green and Red Light English Manufacture of the Early 1900

Nautical Lamp with Green and Red Light English Manufacture of the Early 1900

Located in Milan, IT

Lamp with green and red light, iron, glass and brass signed improved launch lamp combination. It has an oil lamp inside; English manufacture of the early 1900. Very good condition. C...

Category

Early 20th Century British Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Three-Piece Set of Nautical Port, Starboard and Console Copper and Brass Lights
Three-Piece Set of Nautical Port, Starboard and Console Copper and Brass Lights

Three-Piece Set of Nautical Port, Starboard and Console Copper and Brass Lights

Located in Nantucket, MA

A rare find of all three pieces of ship lighting: port, starboard and console with Fresnel lenses and made of copper and brass. These are Japanese from the Nippon Sento Company, Lt...

Category

20th Century Japanese Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Copper, Brass

Pair of Brass Perko Ships Anchor Lanterns
Pair of Brass Perko Ships Anchor Lanterns

Pair of Brass Perko Ships Anchor Lanterns

By Perko Co.

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of solid brass Perko boat lanterns. With Fresnel glass lenses. Overall dimensions: 11"T x 10"D. Weight is 2 pounds each.

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Vintage 1940s American Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

1914 Brass Ship's Cabin Lantern from Bulpitt of Birmingham England
1914 Brass Ship's Cabin Lantern from Bulpitt of Birmingham England

1914 Brass Ship's Cabin Lantern from Bulpitt of Birmingham England

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass cabin lantern by Bulpitt of Birmingham England dated 1914 with engraving. This lantern is quite similar to what was on the Titanic and the great White Star Liner of the d...

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Vintage 1910s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Ship's Lantern of Solid Polished Brass with Fresnel Lens by Nippon Sento Co. LTD
Ship's Lantern of Solid Polished Brass with Fresnel Lens by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

Ship's Lantern of Solid Polished Brass with Fresnel Lens by Nippon Sento Co. LTD

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ship's anchor lantern with glass Fresnel lens, internal removable red filter, hoisting handle, wiring for home use, etc.. This lantern has been meticulously polished and ...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Copper Masthead "Griffiths & Sons" Lantern
Copper Masthead "Griffiths & Sons" Lantern

Copper Masthead "Griffiths & Sons" Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's lantern known as a masthead lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Meticulously polished and lacquered, and wired with electric cord for home use. With chandler's badge from Griffit...

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Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

British Copper and Brass Ship's Lantern
British Copper and Brass Ship's Lantern

British Copper and Brass Ship's Lantern

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H 21 in W 11 in D 11 in

British Copper and Brass Ship's Lantern

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Large copper and brass riveted ship's lantern with red glass for port side, c. 1900. Brass plate marked port.

Category

Early 20th Century English Nautical Objects

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A17450"
Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A17450"

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A17450"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's lantern by the English maker Meteorite. This is a Masthead lantern of a very large and sturdy size. It is fitted with a glass Fresnel lens, brass bezel, brass name badges incl...

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Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Copper Ship's Anchor Lantern by British Maker RC Murray
Copper Ship's Anchor Lantern by British Maker RC Murray

Copper Ship's Anchor Lantern by British Maker RC Murray

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's lantern of copper and brass. Meticulously polished and lacquered. Fitted with a glass Fresnel lens with protective brass bars. Vented top. Hoisting and bale handles. Wired wit...

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Vintage 1920s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Restored Antique German Steam Boat WWI Ships Lantern Franz Schilbach Stettin
Restored Antique German Steam Boat WWI Ships Lantern Franz Schilbach Stettin

Restored Antique German Steam Boat WWI Ships Lantern Franz Schilbach Stettin

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely restored antique German steam boat WWI Ships lantern made by Franz Schilbach Stettin A good looking and industrial made piece, these...

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Vintage 1910s German Campaign Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Giant Pair of Copper Port & Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, 12402 & 19204
Giant Pair of Copper Port & Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, 12402 & 19204

Giant Pair of Copper Port & Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, 12402 & 19204

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Classic huge pair of solid copper ship's port and starboard ships lanterns by "Meteorite." Fitted with several brass badges including port, starboard, Meteorite 12401, William Harvie...

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Vintage 1910s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Pair of Antique Brass Ships Lanterns Signed Davey & Co. London, circa 1890-1910
Pair of Antique Brass Ships Lanterns Signed Davey & Co. London, circa 1890-1910

Pair of Antique Brass Ships Lanterns Signed Davey & Co. London, circa 1890-1910

By Davey & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Rare pair of antique brass ships lanterns signed Davey & Co., London, circa 1890-1910. Each lantern opens from a hinged panel on the right side. Original wick remains in one lantern....

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Antique 1890s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Ship's Anchor Lantern of Copper and Brass with Fresnel Glass Lens by R.C. Murray
Ship's Anchor Lantern of Copper and Brass with Fresnel Glass Lens by R.C. Murray

Ship's Anchor Lantern of Copper and Brass with Fresnel Glass Lens by R.C. Murray

Located in Norwell, MA

Antique copper and brass ship's anchor lantern with meticulously polished and lacquered finish. Wired for home use. Fitted with a glass Fresnel lens. Brass makers badges from R.C. Mu...

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Vintage 1930s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns
A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns

A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone, wood, or metal.

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Antique British Green Enameled Nautical Lantern
Antique British Green Enameled Nautical Lantern

Antique British Green Enameled Nautical Lantern

Located in San Francisco, CA

An antique, brass, green and white enameled, nautical lantern; with a wire caged, glass shade. Originally gas, now newly wired to electric.

Category

Vintage 1930s Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel

Large Dutch Copper Starboard Nautical Lantern with Brass Label and Original Lamp
Large Dutch Copper Starboard Nautical Lantern with Brass Label and Original Lamp

Large Dutch Copper Starboard Nautical Lantern with Brass Label and Original Lamp

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This large circa 1900 Dutch copper nautical lantern features a brass label in the form of a scroll marked Stuurboord or starboard in Dutch.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Italian 1950s Brass Nautical Style Lantern
Italian 1950s Brass Nautical Style Lantern

Italian 1950s Brass Nautical Style Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A lovely Italian 1950s-1960s nautical style brass lantern pendant light. Blown case glass central shade softens the light.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Japan Rare Matching Pair Old Nautical Diving Helmet Lanterns
Japan Rare Matching Pair Old Nautical Diving Helmet Lanterns

Japan Rare Matching Pair Old Nautical Diving Helmet Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare pair Unusual Nautical find - only one pair- "Diving Helmet" lanterns- first we have seen A fine and rare matching pair (2) of authenticaly designed 9 inch tall hand cast i...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Antique English Nautical Ship’s Anchor Lantern by E. Bacon & Co
Antique English Nautical Ship’s Anchor Lantern by E. Bacon & Co

Antique English Nautical Ship’s Anchor Lantern by E. Bacon & Co

Located in Shippensburg, PA

VERY LARGE ENGLISH COPPER SHIP'S ANCHOR LANTERN BY E. BACON & CO With original maker's plaque Item # 301GPK23P A very large and beautifully aged ship's anchor lantern by the firm o...

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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Copper

4 Dutch Copper Nautical Maritime Ship Lanterns Light Stuurboord Bakboord Holland
4 Dutch Copper Nautical Maritime Ship Lanterns Light Stuurboord Bakboord Holland

4 Dutch Copper Nautical Maritime Ship Lanterns Light Stuurboord Bakboord Holland

Located in Dayton, OH

Set of 4 vintage copper ship's lanterns. Clear lanterns marked Top Licht. Blue lantern marked Stuurboord. Red lantern marked Bakboord. All include a hammered gold tone wall bracket f...

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Late 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Copper

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Located in Norwell, MA

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Nautical Lanterns For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of nautical lanterns is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct nautical lanterns — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Nautical lanterns have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Nautical lanterns made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small nautical lanterns measuring 5.5 inches across. There have been many well-made nautical lanterns over the years, but those made by Crouse-Hinds, Davey & Co. and Wilcox-Crittenden & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Nautical Lanterns?

Prices for nautical lanterns start at $75 and top out at $9,000 with the average selling for $1,440.

Finding the Right Lanterns for You

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.

On 1stDibs, search by creator to find lanterns crafted by the likes of Woka Lamps, Barovier & Toso and Material Lust or browse the collection by style. From today’s standouts to mid-century modern classics to Art Deco–era innovations, find the best vintage, new or antique lantern for you now.