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Solid Brass Ships Anchor Lantern
Solid Brass Ships Anchor Lantern

Solid Brass Ships Anchor Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Brass boat lantern by Perko of Brooklyn, New York. Fresnel glass lens. With protective brass bars and hoisting ring. Meticulously polished and lacquered. Circa 1940. With original oi...

Category

Vintage 1940s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Huge Antique Ships Masthead Lantern
Huge Antique Ships Masthead Lantern

Huge Antique Ships Masthead Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

made by Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn, New York. Fitted with a glass fresnel lens. Old lacquered finish. With original burner and tank. Weight: 22 lbs. Overall Dimensi...

Category

Vintage 1950s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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

Ships Port Lantern with Fresnel Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Nautical port lantern. Antique lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Rich ruby red lens. Wired with electricity. Polished steel case and brass cap with carry loop. Two bars protect the le...

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Solid Brass English Ships Cabin Lantern
Solid Brass English Ships Cabin Lantern

Solid Brass English Ships Cabin Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Mounted to a thick mahogany base. Fitted with a custom electric socket into the original oil burner. Choice restoration of a spectacular lantern. Weight: 13 LBS Overall Dimension...

Category

Vintage 1930s European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Polished Steel Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns
Polished Steel Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns

Polished Steel Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of polished and lacquered ships port and starboard lanterns with clear glass fresnel lenses, vented chimney tops, carry handles and sliding rear doors.

Category

Vintage 1960s Lanterns

Materials

Steel

World's Largest Solid Brass Ship's Port Lantern
World's Largest Solid Brass Ship's Port Lantern

World's Largest Solid Brass Ship's Port Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

This is the large brass ship's port lantern we have ever had! Highly polished brass lantern with vented top, sturdy handle, protective bars, ruby red fresnel lens.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by British Maker
Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by British Maker

Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by British Maker

Located in Norwell, MA

Copper and brass ship’s anchor lantern with maker’s badge from R.C.

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Brass Ships Masthead Lantern with Lavender Lens
Brass Ships Masthead Lantern with Lavender Lens

Brass Ships Masthead Lantern with Lavender Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Heavy brass masthead lantern with makers badge tag from Perkins Marine of Brooklyn, New York, Perko. The Fresnel glass lens has turned to a shade of light lavender. Heavy brass bars ...

Category

Antique 1890s American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Ship’s Cabin Lantern by Porter
Antique Brass Ship’s Cabin Lantern by Porter

Antique Brass Ship’s Cabin Lantern by Porter

Located in Norwell, MA

Yacht cabin lantern with impressed maker’s name of the Porter Company, New York. Mounted to a wood base. This has been meticulously polished and lacquered to a high level. Original r...

Category

Vintage 1920s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1954 English Ship's Signal Lantern by Davey
1954 English Ship's Signal Lantern by Davey

1954 English Ship's Signal Lantern by Davey

Located in Norwell, MA

This is a hand held copper Signal lantern with Fresnel lens and a thumb operated shutter to send messages. Hinged top with brass clasp. Also contains original burner. Dimensions: 9&q...

Category

Vintage 1950s Lanterns

Polished Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens
Polished Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens

Polished Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Polished and lacquered ship's anchor lantern with clear Fresnel glass lens, protective brass bars, hoisting handle, vented top, etc.

Category

Vintage 1950s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern of Solid Brass
Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern of Solid Brass

Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern of Solid Brass

Located in Norwell, MA

Brass ship's anchor lantern with polished and lacquered finish.

Category

Vintage 1950s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Ships Port Lantern by Peter Gray of Boston
Ships Port Lantern by Peter Gray of Boston

Ships Port Lantern by Peter Gray of Boston

Located in Norwell, MA

Steel cased ships port lantern by Nineteenth century maker Peter Gray of Boston.

Category

Vintage 1910s North American Lanterns

Materials

Steel

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

Polished Ships Cabin Lantern by Davey of London
Polished Ships Cabin Lantern by Davey of London

Polished Ships Cabin Lantern by Davey of London

Located in Norwell, MA

Polished and lacquered Ministry of Transport approved cabin lantern by Davey of London. With makers badge dated 1954. The oil burner has been replaced with an AC socket. Hinged door....

Category

Vintage 1950s English Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Copper and Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern by Meteorite
Copper and Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern by Meteorite

Copper and Brass Ship's Anchor Lantern by Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Copper and brass ship's anchor light with hoisting handle, made by the venerable English firm "Meteorite". Polished and lacquered. Dimensions: 20" H (without handle) x 10" diam.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Polished Ship's Bow Lantern by Perko with Brass Top
Polished Ship's Bow Lantern by Perko with Brass Top

Polished Ship's Bow Lantern by Perko with Brass Top

Located in Norwell, MA

Perko boat lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Brass maker's tag from Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn, New York, “Perko.” Unit is newly electrified with low voltage LED bulb...

Category

Vintage 1960s Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by Meteorite of England
Solid Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by Meteorite of England

Solid Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by Meteorite of England

Located in Norwell, MA

Clear Fresnel glass lens, removable red lens. Fitted to a mahogany base. Brasses include badges, handles, hasp, hinges, bars, etc. Weight: 16 lbs. Overall Dimensions: 22"H x 14"D Ma...

Category

Vintage 1920s North American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Ships Masthead Lantern with Polished Steel Case by National Marine
Ships Masthead Lantern with Polished Steel Case by National Marine

Ships Masthead Lantern with Polished Steel Case by National Marine

Located in Norwell, MA

Ships masthead lantern with Fresnel glass lens, hinged door, Fresnel glass lens, hinged brass cap and protective steel bars.

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern
Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern

Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Bring a piece of maritime history into your home with this authentic vintage cargo lantern from 1939, originally used on a British cargo ship., converted to be hanging lantern ,Thi...

Category

20th Century European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern
Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern

Funky Vintage 1939 Style British Solid Brass Cargo Ship hanging Lantern

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Bring a piece of maritime history into your home with this authentic vintage cargo lantern from 1939, originally used on a British cargo ship., converted to be hanging lantern ,Thi...

Category

20th Century European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Rare Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns by George Mason of Boston
Rare Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns by George Mason of Boston

Rare Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns by George Mason of Boston

Located in Norwell, MA

Awesome pair of meticulously polished and lacquered Nineteenth Century solid brass ships port and starboard lanterns. This is a rare delicate pair with original makers badges.

Category

Antique 1890s North American 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. With maker's badge from English firm "Meteorite" 51200 Port. With...

Category

Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of English 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze Brig - Tall Ship Marine Lanterns
Pair of English 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze Brig - Tall Ship Marine Lanterns

Pair of English 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze Brig - Tall Ship Marine Lanterns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Pair of English 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze 'Brig - Tall-Ship' Marine Lanterns with Putti Corner Caryatids.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English British Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Brass Bow Lantern “Hopkins” Lantern
Brass Bow Lantern “Hopkins” Lantern

Brass Bow Lantern “Hopkins” Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ships masthead lantern with makers label from Hopkins of 119 Chambers St New York.

Category

Antique 1890s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Brass Lantern
Brass Lantern

Brass Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Ships anchor lantern on base. Highly polished and lacquered ships anchor lantern with Fresnel glass lens protected by six brass bars.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Masthead Lantern
Masthead Lantern

Masthead Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Copper ship's masthead lantern by Seahorse of Great Britain.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Masthead Lantern
Masthead Lantern

Masthead Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Outstanding polished steel ship's masthead lantern with brass trim, Fresnel lens, badges and etc.

Category

Antique 19th Century Lanterns

Port Lantern
Port Lantern

Port Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Vintage ship's port lantern by Brooklyn New York maker "A Ward Hendrikson.

Category

Early 20th Century Lanterns

Chrome Anchor Lantern
Chrome Anchor Lantern

Chrome Anchor Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Chrome plated ships anchor lantern with glass Fresnel lens. Wired with a new socket for home use.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Lanterns

Materials

Chrome

American Yacht Lantern
American Yacht Lantern

American Yacht Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ships masthead lantern. Polished brass with Fresnel lens.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Light
Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Light

Solid Brass Ship's Anchor Light

Located in Norwell, MA

Brass anchor lantern with highly polished Fresnel lens with removable red filter. Japanese made, dated 1969. 10" wide x 19" tall without handle.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Solid Brass Ships Beacon Light
Solid Brass Ships Beacon Light

Solid Brass Ships Beacon Light

Located in Norwell, MA

Brass marine beacon by Russel Stoll. Heavy brass ships explosion proof marine beacon. The Fresnel glass lens in protected by a heavy brass cage that is fastened to a sturdy columnar ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Galvanized Steel Masthead Lantern
Galvanized Steel Masthead Lantern

Galvanized Steel Masthead Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's masthead lantern by Seahorse of Great Britain.

Category

Early 20th Century Lanterns

Two Copper Port Lanterns
Two Copper Port Lanterns

Two Copper Port Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

Two solid copper Perko ship's port lanterns both with ruby red lenses. Slightly different.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Sturdy Masthead Lantern by Perko
Sturdy Masthead Lantern by Perko

Sturdy Masthead Lantern by Perko

Located in Norwell, MA

Sturdy ships masthead lantern by "Perko", Perkins Marine Lamp Company of Brooklyn New York.

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Lanterns

Materials

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.

Category

Vintage 1950s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Rare Copper and Brass Trawling Lantern
Rare Copper and Brass Trawling Lantern

Rare Copper and Brass Trawling Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Rare copper and brass ship's trawling lantern. Copper housing with brass top, curved glass front lens with sliding internal filters of red and green.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

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.

Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Hand Carved Pine Ships Navigation Light, Steampunk Style, 1960
Hand Carved Pine Ships Navigation Light, Steampunk Style, 1960

Hand Carved Pine Ships Navigation Light, Steampunk Style, 1960

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Hand Carved Ships Starboard Navigation Light. The lamp is flat sided with an original bowed and ridged glass front A great decorators piece the lamps is made in wood it is fully ele...

Category

Vintage 1960s Steampunk Lanterns

Materials

Pine

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...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey of London
Large Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey of London

Large Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey of London

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ships cabin lanterns by Davey of London. Exceptionally large examples from Davey with three beveled glass windows, hinged doors, vented tops, carry handles.

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

East German Ship Mast Light by Fortschritt Landmaschiner. Year 1984.
East German Ship Mast Light by Fortschritt Landmaschiner. Year 1984.

East German Ship Mast Light by Fortschritt Landmaschiner. Year 1984.

Located in Canterbury, England

Our Ships Mast light, converted into a practical lamp, was manufactured by Fortschritt Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass is the date of issue: 1984....

Category

Vintage 1980s Other Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Hand-Crafted Classic Craftsman Style Lantern Exterior Outdoor Light Fixture
Hand-Crafted Classic Craftsman Style Lantern Exterior Outdoor Light Fixture

Hand-Crafted Classic Craftsman Style Lantern Exterior Outdoor Light Fixture

By Santa Barbara Lighting Company, Britt Jewett

Located in Santa Paula, CA

This lantern will ship within 8-10 weeks. Larger orders may have longer lead times.

Category

2010s American American Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd
Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd

Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese metal ship's navigation stern light from the mid 20th century, made by Nippon Sento Co, ltd, with oxidized patina. Created in Japan during the mid 20th century, this stern...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese 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. With carrying hoisting handle it is approx. 28.5" high. N...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner Oil Ships Lamp Converted to Electric, 1930s
Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner Oil Ships Lamp Converted to Electric, 1930s

Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner Oil Ships Lamp Converted to Electric, 1930s

By Kosmos Brenner

Located in Verviers, BE

Style of Brenner Kosmos oil ships lamp Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner oil converted to electric ceiling hanging lamp Old oil lamp ship lamp Kosmos Brenner As service: We can adjust...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass

East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988
East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988

East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988

Located in Canterbury, England

Our Ships Mast light, converted into a practical lamp, was manufactured by Fortschritt Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass is the date of issue: 1988....

Category

Vintage 1980s Other Lanterns

Materials

Metal

American Solid Copper and Brass Naval Ships Binacle, Lionel Corp. NY, Circa 1942
American Solid Copper and Brass Naval Ships Binacle, Lionel Corp. NY, Circa 1942

American Solid Copper and Brass Naval Ships Binacle, Lionel Corp. NY, Circa 1942

Located in Charleston, SC

American solid copper and brass Navy ships binnacle with interior mounted compass, brass carrying handle, side mounted kerosene lantern, rear mounting bracket and brass plate inscrib...

Category

Vintage 1940s American American Craftsman Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

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.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

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.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass

Outdoor Post Mount Light, Hand-Crafted Scallop detail Mediterranean Pier Light
Outdoor Post Mount Light, Hand-Crafted Scallop detail Mediterranean Pier Light

Outdoor Post Mount Light, Hand-Crafted Scallop detail Mediterranean Pier Light

By Santa Barbara Lighting Company, Britt Jewett

Located in Santa Paula, CA

Dimensions may vary slightly. All lights ship with an LED Tala bulb. This lantern will ship within 8-10 weeks.

Category

2010s American Spanish Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Wrought Iron

Brass Bow Light
Brass Bow Light

Brass Bow Light

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ships masthead lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Fitted with its original burner.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Copper Masthead Light
Solid Copper Masthead Light

Solid Copper Masthead Light

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid copper ship's masthead lantern. Japanese manufacture brass maker's badge, fresnel lens, protective brass bars.

Category

20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Pair of Solid Copper Port and Starboard Lights by "Griffiths & Sons"
Pair of Solid Copper Port and Starboard Lights by "Griffiths & Sons"

Pair of Solid Copper Port and Starboard Lights by "Griffiths & Sons"

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of highest quality solid copper port and starboard ship's lanterns by "Griffiths & Sons." These ship's lanterns are of highly polished copper and brass with sturdy bezels, hinge...

Category

Vintage 1920s British Nautical Objects

Materials

Copper

Mahogany Nameboard Rainbow
Mahogany Nameboard Rainbow

Mahogany Nameboard Rainbow

Located in Norwell, MA

Deeply carved mahogany name board with "Rainbow" in gold paint and fitted with a solid brass antique ship's lantern. Electrified. Dimensions" 42" L x 6" W x ...

Category

20th Century Nautical Objects

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Ship Lanterns For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of ship lanterns is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct ship lanterns — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Find 398 antique and vintage ship lanterns at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Ship lanterns have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Ship lanterns are generally popular furniture pieces, but Arts and Crafts, industrial and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some ship lanterns are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller ship lanterns, measuring 2.45 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Ship lanterns have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Meteorite, Davey & Co. and Nippon Sento Company Ltd are consistently popular.

How Much are Ship Lanterns?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,695, while they’re typically $104 on the low end and $50,300 highest priced.

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.