$15,700 / item
Georgian Round Hall Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
The large English Georgian brass round hall lantern typifies the traditional English style.
Brass
$19,100 / item
Georgian Round Hall Lantern, Nickel
Located in Westwood, NJ
The large English Georgian brass round hall lantern typifies the traditional English style.
Brass
Georgian Style Round Hall Lantern, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb Georgian style round hall lantern, 20th century.
Glass
Grosvenor Hanging Lantern in Polished Nickel
Located in New York, NY
"Grosvenor" hanging lantern, shown in polished nickel finish. Made in England. Indoor use; may be customized for outdoor use. Takes four candelabra bulbs, 40W MAX per bulb. Sh...
Metal, Nickel
English Georgian Style Bell Jar Hanging Hall Lantern
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage English Georgian style clear glass hanging pendant lantern suspended by chains from a glass cover and brass ring. Two light interior cluster lights. Bell Jar hanging chandeli...
Brass
20th Century French Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 20th-century French lantern showcases timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. Its gilded metal frame, adorned with ornate scrollwork and intricate detailing, embo...
Metal
Globe Lantern, Zinc Finish, Small
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Globe Lantern is based on a similar 19th-century antique. The globe shape of the fixture emanates strength and is united by the solid zinc finish finials and acanthus top. The...
Brass
Globe Lantern, Zinc Finish, Large
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Globe Lantern is based on a similar 19th-century antique. The globe shape of the fixture emanates strength and is united by the solid zinc finish finials and acanthus top. The...
Brass
Sophisticated 20th Century French Brass and Nickel Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking early 20th-century French lantern combines timeless elegance with a sleek, modern touch. Crafted with a polished nickel and brass frame, its clean-lined cylindrical des...
Brass, Nickel
An English Georgian Style Brass Hall Lantern
Located in London, GB
An English Georgian style brass lantern with scrolled canopy, hexagonal in shape with six bevelled glass panels and a simple 3 arm branch within. Shaped and stepped cornice and angle...
Brass
Antique Round Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
Simple in style and inspired by a 17th-century antique, this lantern features fine decorative details, from the crown at the top, to the finials on its underside. Handcrafted from br...
Brass
An English Bronze Antique Lantern
Located in London, GB
An Antique English bronze lantern, with shaped and curved glass panels. The canopy of scrolled foliate and chased arms, with acanthus leaf top and finials to bottom. The five arm bra...
Bronze
Regency Hall Lantern, Large
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency hall lantern. This classic lantern is based on a 19th-century six-sided original. Superbly cast, it demonstrates a range of techniques, from the finely crafted frame to the o...
Brass
Regency Hall Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency hall lantern. This classic lantern is based on a 19th-century six-sided original. Superbly cast, it demonstrates a range of techniques, from the finely crafted frame to the o...
Brass
An Antique Italian Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Venetian patinated tole lantern with glass panels and foliage motif. Measurements: Height/drop: 26" Diameter: 11"
Metal
Art Deco Cloche Lantern, Nickel
Located in Westwood, NJ
This design features a graceful hand-blown glass bell. The glass is paired with a sleek nickel-plated cast brass circular band and Art Deco style finial. The lantern has a solid cast...
Brass
Globe Lantern, Bronze Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Globe Lantern is based on a similar 19th-century antique. The globe shape of the fixture emanates strength and is united by the solid bronzed brass finials and acanthus top. T...
Brass
Globe Lantern, Nickel Finish, Large
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Globe Lantern is based on a similar 19th-century antique. The globe shape of the fixture emanates strength and is united by the nickel finish finials and acanthus top. The lan...
Brass
Large Late 20th Century Lantern
Located in Bagshot, GB
A large American late 20th Century Brass and glass square panelled lantern holding tweleve light fittings will certainly not be missed when you make your entrance.
Brass
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
LU Louis SM Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The handsome LU Louis SM Sconce is a smaller version of our LU Louis Sconce, an all brass wall sconce in lightly patinated brass with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. M...
Brass
$11,900 / item
H 32.5 in Dm 14.5 in
French Modern Neoclassical Style Brass and Blown Glass Chandeliers/ Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Timeless French Mid-century style Modern Neoclassical lanterns / pendants / chandeliers. Sober, tasteful with the highest quality materials and workmanship, handcrafted g...
Brass
An Antique French Empire Style Gilt Brass And Patinated Bronze Lantern
Located in London, GB
A large Empire style lantern in patinated bronze with gilt brass accents. Four curved glass panels, decorative scrolled inner branch arms. Gilt brass ceiling rose. Re wired. Late 19t...
Brass, Bronze
$8,800 / set
H 24.5 in W 9 in D 8 in
Pair of David Duncan Celadon Boissy Backplates with Clear Hurricane Shades
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A pair of hand-carved mahogany Boissy backplates with patinated brass sconce fittings and clear glass hurricane shades. Electrified with one candelabra base socket per sconce. Our c...
Mahogany, Blown Glass
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cage, Hand-Painted Metal & Wood
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)
Metal
Set of Vintage Painted Tole Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of 6 vintage Italian painted tole lanterns with 3 interior candelabra lights. Sold Individually Measurements: Drop: 21" Diameter: 9.5" square
Metal
Pair of David Duncan Two-Light Large Coquille Sconce
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Georgian-style two-light sconces, hardwood shell form back-plate issuing bronze out-scrolled candle-arms supporting a single candelabra socket with hurricane shade. Maximum...
Brass
Regency Style Gold-Lacquered Brass Hall Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Of hexagonal form; surmounted by anthemion finials and S-scroll brackets. With four electrified candle sleeves.
Brass
Rustic Hall Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
Rustic hall lantern, a whimsical design, this large hall lantern has a slightly rustic feel to it thanks to the swirling arms. Finished in black and hanging from a chain, it strikes ...
Steel, Iron
Large Neoclassical Style Brass and Plate Glass Lantern
Located in London, GB
Large neoclassical style brass and plate glass lantern, French, 20th century Dimensions: Height 119cm, diameter 64cm Made from polished brass and plate glass, this large lantern...
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful French mid-20th century neoclassical style single light interior hanging lantern with six glass panels. Each of the six glass panels has a cut starburst decor. One socket f...
Metal, 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.
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.
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