Vintage Lanterns
1940s Vintage Lanterns
Brass, Copper
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Glass, Blown Glass, Milk Glass, Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Lanterns
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lanterns
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century French Vintage Lanterns
Metal
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century English Vintage Lanterns
Metal
20th Century French Vintage Lanterns
Metal
Late 20th Century European Rococo Vintage Lanterns
Wood
1960s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Metal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century American Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1950s English Vintage Lanterns
Crystal
Late 20th Century Bohemian Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1960s Swedish Brutalist Vintage Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Glass
20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century British Vintage Lanterns
Steel
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Vintage Lanterns
Metal
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
1940s European Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1950s Central American Vintage Lanterns
Steel
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Lanterns
Aluminum
1930s English Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Lanterns
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century English Other Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Metal
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Vintage Lanterns
Brass, Gold Leaf
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1980s Japanese Vintage Lanterns
Brass, Copper
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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.
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