$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
Large English Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A large etched glass lantern with criss cross pattern. Being wired with a cluster of 4 candelabra lights. Measurements: Glass size: 15" diameter, 18" height Total size with chain s...
Brass
$2,650
H 36 in Dm 20 in
Wonderful Modern Ralph Lauren Large Polished Nickel Round Glass Lantern Fixture
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Modern Ralph Lauren Style Large Polished Nickel Round Glass Lantern Fixture With 10 Candelabra Internal Lights, Accompanied By Chain Canopy And Mounting Hardware
Nickel
$2,232Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.47 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Neoclassical Brass & Silver Plated Lantern with Strong Rounded Faux-Glass Plast
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical large lantern is made of brass and silver plated with strong plastic rounded faux-glass. This is a French work, in the style of famous Maison Jansen, circa 1970.
Brass, Silver
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
"Extra Large Silver Plated Bell Jar Lantern with Hand Cut Design, 1998"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra Large Custom made with hand cut Circle design at top and bottom of the glass jar . Metal hardware was plated in Silver with an Antique finish . This one and one more are the l...
Metal, Silver Plate, Wire
David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A Brass Georgian Styled Lantern made by David Duncan Studio. This fixture is suspended from a chain and canopy with an intricate rope-like design. Consists of 10 sockets with a maxim...
Brass
Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal Hexagonal Lantern. Simple with Elegant Quality. 3 lights. France, circa 1920 Dimensions: Height 22" Diameter 12" CW5425
Bronze
Estate Silvered Bronze Hall Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate silvered bronze hall lantern. LAN015.
Bronze
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
Large Bronze Neoclassic Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French gilt bronze neoclassic lantern with 12 lights with original finish. Measurements: Diameter: 24" Drop: 44" (adjustable).
Bronze
Large Swedish Neoclassic Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
The large neoclassic style five-light brass hall lantern with 18th century style embellishments. The leaf tip crown above scrolling supports and a hexagonal frame decorated with bowk...
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 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
French Neoclassic Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French black and gilt neoclassic lantern with 3 lights. Measurements: Minimum drop: 21" Current drop: 25" Diameter: 9".
Bronze
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$1,843Sale Price / item|46% Off
H 27.56 in Dm 14.18 in
Cylindrical Lantern in Louis XVI Style Brass Glass Pendant Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant Louis XVI Style Brass Lantern: Illuminate in Style Discover our exquisite collection of large cylindrical lanterns in the timeless Louis XVI style, a harmonious fusion of br...
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
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
$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
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
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
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
$3,359
H 32.29 in W 22.64 in D 1.38 in
Venetian Modern Rectangular Mirror with Blue Glasses and Brass Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Venetian style rectangular wall mirror with blue iridiscent mirror glass panels and gilt metal accents, Spain, 1960s This wall mirror has a double layered glass frame with rectangula...
Brass
$13,097 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
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
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
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
Classic Brass Hall Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic Brass hall lantern and based on a 1940's French design, this hall lantern marries a flowing shape with clean lines. The brass echoes the warmth of the candles while the ribbe...
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
$4,250
H 34 in Dm 16 in
Wonderful Large Doré Bronze Louis XVI Lantern Fixture Curved Glass Panels Bows
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
An elegant doré bronze five-light lanterns with etched ribbed bronze trim on top and bottom of the lantern are fluted reed trim with cross bows around a curved glass panel accented w...
Bronze
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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