Sold|$3,200
Verdigris Exterior Wall Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
AEX0579 Circa 1920 A pair of antique verdigris copper and bronze lanterns with clear bellied
Bronze, Copper
Sold|$1,450
A hexagonal verdigris wall lantern
Located in New York, NY
AEX0549 A hexagonal verdigris brass wall lantern with pebble glass glazing.
Sold|$1,400
A verdigris exterior wall lantern
Located in New York, NY
AEX0464 A single hexagonal brass and steel exterior wall lantern with pebble texture glass
Brass, Steel
Sold|$6,200
A pair of verdigris wall lanterns
Located in New York, NY
AEX0570 A pair of hexagonal copper and brass exterior wall lanterns in their original weathered
Brass
Sold|$6,443
Handblown Glass and Verdigris Tole Lantern
Located in London, GB
The glass body with a verdigris tole corona cresting and scrolled acanthus knop, England, circa
Verdigris brass lantern with pale yellow glass
Located in New York, NY
HL2437 A verdigris copper lantern with pale yellow glass. The panels above the glass are
An antique pair of verdigris exterior wall lanterns
Located in New York, NY
EX0555 An antique pair of copper exterior wall lanterns in their original verdigris finish
A pair of verdigris bronze cylindrical wall lanterns
Located in New York, NY
EX0542 A pair of neoclassical cylindrical wall lanterns in their original verdigris bronze
Bronze
A pair of verdigris bronze exterior lanterns by E. F. Caldwell
Located in New York, NY
EX0483 A pair of bronze exterior wall mounted lanterns in their perfect original age
Glass
Sold|$26,000
A large bronze lantern
Located in New York, NY
HL1647 A large verdigris bronze lantern of the absolute finest quality. Four rams accent
Sold|$4,200
Monumental Lantern with an Acanthus Crown
Located in New Orleans, LA
A large, verdigris colored lantern topped with acanthus leaves which form a simple, open crown.
Metal
Sold|$6,031
Pair of Large Bronze Wall Lanterns
Located in Stamford, GB
A rare pair of bronze wall lanterns with original verdigris surface and curved opaque glass
Bronze
Sold|$4,729
Large Pair of Copper 1930s Lanterns
Located in Stamford, GB
A large pair of square copper lanterns with original verdigris patina, England, circa 1930s. Wired
Copper
Sold|$4,800
Pair of Italian Hanging Exterior Lanterns
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Expertly hand wrought and cast iron work with remnants of original verdigris painted details
Iron
Set Four Gilt & Painted Metal Wall Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Set four verdigris and parcel gilt wall lanterns. The bowed tapering outline with decorative
Pair of Tole Carriage House Lanterns with Blue Green Patina
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Classic pair of carriage lamps with verdigris patina. The lanterns are wall mounts.They have glass
Tin
Sold|$1,900
Mid Century Outdoor Sconces
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
One pair of verdigris copper lanterns with beveled glass panes.
Sold|$2,200
Copper and Verdigris Open Lantern
Located in Canton, MA
Five light lantern, with copper cover and verdigris foliate frame. Completely restored, rewired
Copper
Sold|$1,822
Japanese Verdigris Bronze Pagoda Lantern
Located in Brussels, BE
Heavy bronze hexagonal pagoda lantern with beautiful patinated verdigris finish Japan, circa 1920
English Verdigris Bronze Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a beautifully charismatic English mid-19th century verdigris bronze Hanging Lantern, now
Copper
Large English Verdigris Copper Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a wonderful large English mid-19th century verdigris copper hanging lantern of great
Copper
20th Century Large Iron Verdigris Four-Light Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century large Iron Verdigris four-light Lantern Beautiful finish Glass is clear, turquoise
Iron
Large English Verdigris Copper Hanging Lantern, circa 1860
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is one of our stunning large mid-19th century English verdigris copper hanging Lanterns, now
Copper
Sold|$11,000
Charles Edwards Hexagonal Treaty Port Lantern
By Charles Edwards
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Charles Edwards Hexagonal Treaty Port Lantern. England Verdigris Finish. Indoor us only.
Pair of Hanging Lanterns and Louis XV Giltwood Gesso Mirror
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Pair of Italian Verdigris Copper Exterior Hanging Lanterns, circa 1880 Small French Early 18th
English 19th Century Hanging Regency Style Brass Hall Lantern, circa 1880
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a rather beautiful 19th century hanging Regency style brass hall lantern with Verdigris
Brass
Pair of Large Copper Rotunda Lanterns with Original Verdigris Patina
Located in Stamford, GB
A pair of large copper rotunda lanterns with original verdigris patina, England, circa 1880
Copper
Sold|$1,275
Pair of Vintage Neoclassical Copper Lanterns
Located in Oaks, PA
Pair of Vintage Neoclassical Copper Lanterns, with beautiful Verdigris Patina
Copper
Classic Bronze Hanging Lantern with Seeded Glass
Located in Providence, RI
Classic bronze hanging lantern with verdigris finish and seeded glass. Currently on a three foot
Brass, 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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