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Lanterns For Sale
An Antique French Bronze Verdigris Lantern
Located in London, GB
A large Bronze lantern naturally verdigris patinated in hexagonal form with clear glass plates and simple 3 arm branch within. The ring and sphere holding three scrolled foliate arms...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Venetian Tole Floor Lanterns
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful pair of 19th Century Italian Venetian tole lanterns. Hand-forged of wrought iron, the lanterns are embellished with acanthus leaves and flower blooms, supported by a twis...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Antique Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Louis XVI Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Huge Mid-Century Seguso Murano Blue Aqua Blown Bubble Lantern Chandelier Rare
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one-light. Will be newly rewired with a certified UL US socket for the United States or appropriate socket for other countries and ready to hang. Rare size and color of aqua ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Murano Glass
Alhambra 2D Clear Glass with Brass Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Lanterns
Materials
Glass
Alhambra 1A Clear Glass with Silver Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Lanterns
Materials
Glass
Pair of Vintage Brass Wall Hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your home's ambiance with this exquisite pair of professionally restored brass vintage wall lanterns. These charming sconces offer a touch of timeless elegance and a warm...
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp / Pendant Opaline Glass, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Woka ceiling lamp, also available with a 50 cm diameter radius - total drop is custom-made.
Materials used are brass and opaline glass. Available in different finishes.
L...
Category
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns
Materials
Brass
One of ... Beautiful German Organic Sculptural Brass Ceiling Pendant Light
By miiss
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... beautiful organic solid brass frame and textil lampshade pendant light by miiss Studio,
Germany
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Minimalist Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Verdigris Iron Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of three French circa 1950's iron lanterns with verdigris finish.
Sold individually.
Measurements:
Height of body: 26"
Width/depth: 16" square
Category
1950s French Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Pair of Large Solid Copper Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate the curb appeal of your home or add a touch of timeless elegance to your outdoor spaces with this magnificent pair of large, solid copper architectural wall lanterns. The...
Category
20th Century American American Classical Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Small /Petit Funky Pair of vintage Solid Brass Lanterns - 11” High x 6”W x 5”D
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your home with a touch of fun , this exquisite pair of small / petite vintage solid brass lanterns exudes timeless elegance and old-world charm. Crafted from , high-qu...
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Alhambra 2D Clear Glass with Black Satin, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Lanterns
Materials
Glass
Rattan Bell Shaped Pendant Lamp / Hanging Light, Spain 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish modernist rattan suspension lamp with bell shaped lampshade, Spain, 1960s.
Eyecatching handcrafted rattan pendant ligh with geometric petal design.
It hangs from a chain with...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Austrian Beaded Glas Flower Lead Crystal Lantern, Rupert Nikoll, Austria 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind beaded glass flower and lead Crystal gilt brass mounted lantern or pendant by Emil Stejnar for Rupert Nikoll, Austria, 1950s. Hexagonal brass structure completely (outsid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Monarch Butterfly Lantern in Gold Rubbed Black
Located in Dallas, TX
Embellished with whimsical butterflies in a captivating arrangement, the Monarch Lantern brings a touch of charm to any space it graces. Designed as a hanging light fixture, this enc...
Category
2010s American Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of Large Antique Japanese Gilt Copper Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large and unique antique Japanese octagonal form reticulated gilt copper lanterns.
Category
20th Century Japonisme Lanterns
Materials
Copper
French Louis XVI Style Bronze Doré 4-Light Lantern with Porcelain Flowers
Located in San Francisco, CA
With arching openwork top above a square-form body tapering to a foliate pendant knob; decorated overall with later porcelain flower heads which can be easily removed.
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Four Verdigris Lanterns, Sold individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of four circa 1950's Italian verdigris painted metal lanterns with 3 lights. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Height of body: 22"
Present drop: 27"
Diameter: 9.5"
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Spanish Modernist Woven Rattan Bamboo Palm Pendant Lamp / Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and braided rattan / wicker flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s.
This beautiful suspension lamp features a large palm shaped bamboo la...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Rattan Large Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool handcrafted rattan large ceiling pendant hanging light with chinoiserie accents, Spain, 1960s.
This large lantern has an eye-catching design featuring a semi-spherical rattan ...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Paper
French Pair of Louis XVI Style Brass Lanterns
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A lovely pair of vintage French brass hall lanterns with Louis XVI motifs for a sophisticated touch of glamour on the gleaming metal. Descending from polished ceiling canopies featur...
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Set of 12 English Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of circa 1960's brass and glass lanterns with four interior lights. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Height of body: 20"
Current drop: 26"
Diameter: 12"
Category
1960s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Large Elegant Pair of Vintage Brass Wall Lanterns - Timeless Charm - 28”x 12”
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your home with a touch of timeless elegance! This stunning pair of vintage brass wall lanterns offers a blend of classic design and enduring craftsmanship, perfect for a...
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Set 4 Brass Etched Laurel Leaf Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 4 Brass & Etched Laurel Leaf Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Each of These Light Fixtures Come With 4 Candelabra Sockets.
Each Sold Separately
4 Available
Category
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large German Vintage Glass and Brass Lanterns Pendants Chandeliers 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
A unique pair of large lanterns/ceiling lights made of blown and hand-cut glass, originally crafted for the reception area of a palace.
Germany, 1940-1950s.
Measures: (min.) Height o...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Large Brass Hanging Lantern - Grand Scale 22”x 22”x 34”
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This is a statement piece! This magnificent brass hanging lantern commands attention with its substantial size and rich patina. Crafted with meticulous detail, it exudes timeless ...
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Pair Brass Blown Etched Laurel Leaf Glass Bell Jar Lantern Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Brass & Blown Etched Laurel Leaf Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Each Light Fixture With 4 Candelabra Lights
Each Bell Jar Sold Individually
Pair Available
Category
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Art Deco White Milk Glass Handmade Chandelier, Pendant, Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Art Deco white milk glass handmade chandelier, pendant, lantern, a pair :
These Art Deco style pendants exude timeless glamour and geometric refinement. Each lantern is meticulous...
Category
1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Chinese Rare Vintage Pair Symbolic Longevity Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Pair -first we have seen
Unusual find.
One pair (2) "Longevity" calligraphy lanterns in the form of human effigies
A fine and rare matching pair (2) of large 12 inch tall Chinese export hand cast lanterns with attractive longevity and mystical "human effigy...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Palatial and Massive Antique French Louis XVI Multi Light Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A palatial and monumental large antique French Louis XVI girl bronze multi light lantern of superb quality embellished with gilt bronze ribbons, tassels and further adorned with inte...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Lantern with iron arm and painted sheet metal
Located in Milano, IT
Nel XVIII secolo, non essendoci l'elettricità, l'illuminazione era affidata alle candele. Venice, like today, had no roads but waterways, which also allowed people to reach homes. Th...
Category
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Lanterns
Materials
Iron, Sheet Metal
Brass and Beveled Glass Hexagonal Italian Chandelier after Fontana Arte, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning hexagonal pendant light in brass and bevelled crystal glass. This elegant piece was designed in Italy during the 1950s, clearly inspired...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Metal
Pair Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendants Brass Hand-blown Opaline, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of wonderful and rare ball pendants from the transition period from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, Scandinavia, 1920-1930. Hand-blown opaline glas sphere globes with beautifuly elab...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Josef Hoffmann/ Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Silk/Brass Wall Lamp Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
For the residence of the Banker Dr Dietrich Moldauer Material: Patinated brass, silk, all other colors are possible
Most components according to the UL regulations, with an addition...
Category
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Painted Tole Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's Italian tole lantern with 3 interior candelabra lights.
Measurements:
Drop: 21"
Diameter: 9.5" square
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Pair of Spanish Woven Wicker Rattan Bell Pendants / Hanging Lights, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish modernist woven wicker suspension lamps with bell shaped shades, Spain, 1960s.
Eyecatching handcrafted wicker and rattan pendant lights with bell shape design and Bohemian ta...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair of Blue Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's Italian blown glass lanterns with 1 interior light each. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Drop: 20"
Diameter: 8"
Category
1960s Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Antique & Large Size Gothic Revival Wrought Iron & Transparent Glass Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, top quality made antique pendant in the Gothic style.
If you are a collector of rare and ancient looking Gothic antiques then this large size and possibly one of a kind pendant could be flying your way soon. With antique light fixtures as one of our specialities, we know how rare Gothic lanterns are and to have found one of this age, size, beauty and quality more than made our day. Also, because this all hand-crafted specimen is, except for the glass, completely original and in superb condition. What makes this stylishly blackened specimen stand out from the other Gothic lights that we have sold over the years, is the thickness of the forged wrought iron parts and its relatively clean-lined design. The forged iron is thick and strong and that too is why this large lantern light...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
XL-Graben Cafe Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Chandelier, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Josef Hoffmann designed this pendant for the famous Graben Cafè in Vienna. he earlier has used this design for the Staekelberg, Knips and Zuckerkandl Mansion. We have also a version ...
Category
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Dutch Arts & Crafts Brass & Round Glass Hall Lantern / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Perfect size Antique, Arts and Crafts hallway pendant with 12 curved art glass panels.
If you are looking for a stylish and quality crafted antique lantern to grace your entry hall,...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Three Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendants Brass Hand-blown Opaline 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Set of three wonderful and rare ball pendants from the transition period from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, Scandinavia, 1920-1930. Hand-blown opaline glas sphere globes with beautifuly e...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Copper Lantern with Circa 1850
Located in Atlanta, GA
Refined and timeless, this early 20th-century French lantern is a beautifully crafted piece that combines classical lines with the warmth of aged brass. The tall, tapered rectangular...
Category
19th Century French Antique Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Antique Paris Porcelain Lantern Night Light, End 19th Century
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Old Paris porcelain lantern night-light, ca.1890. Paris porcelain lantern representing cupid with a garland of flowers. Measures: Height: 18"(46cm), diameter : 5.9"(15cm). Height of ...
Category
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Lanterns
Materials
Brass
German Art Deco Glass and Brass Ceiling pendant Light 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Art Deco matte glass and brass pendant light.
Germany, 1910
Lamp sockets: 1 E27 (US E26).
Height of body: 35 cm
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Set 4 Brass Etched Greek Key Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 4 Brass & Etched Greek Key Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Each of These Light Fixtures Come With 4 Candelabra Sockets.
Each Sold Separately
4 Available
Category
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Materials
Brass
PETITE FRITURE Quasar, Outdoor Portable Lamp, Black, Designer Samy Rio
Located in New York, NY
A portable lamp, Samy Rio's Quasar can follow you wherever you wish. This sleek, modern, unique portable lamp is the result of two years of research that...
Category
2010s Chinese Lanterns
Materials
Aluminum
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 br...
Category
1890s French Empire Antique Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Bronze
PETITE FRITURE Quasar, Outdoor Portable Lamp, Green, Designer Samy Rio
Located in New York, NY
Perfectly in line with Petite Friture values, Quasar is a vibrant and creative design:
Each colour is paired with its own unique cord (new colours) for a bit of playfulness and so t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Lanterns
Materials
Aluminum
20th Century French Brass and Glass Tapered Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant in its simplicity, this early 20th-century French lantern is a timeless example of classic design with a warm, timeworn character. Crafted from brass, the fixture features a ...
Category
20th Century French Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Large Pair of Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Solid Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate Your Outdoor Space with a Timeless Copper Lantern
adds both character and functionality to your home's exterior. Handcrafted with precision, each lantern boasts a rich patina...
Category
20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Art Deco Style Light for the Karl Marx Hof Vienna, Flushmount, Can Be Modified
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed for the longest council House ever built, these lamps are located in the gangways between the blocks. The height of 50cm is the total, including the stems, the body only has...
Category
2010s Austrian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Venetian Mouth Blown Clear Glass Entrance or Hallway Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
This handcrafted and stylish pendant is in mint condition.
This single light, Italian pendant is very beautiful, both in shape and in color. The stunning clear glass is mouth-blown ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Pair of English Country House Brass Wall Lanterns with Glass Doors, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming pair of English wall lanterns, crafted around 1900, with a timeless presence that fits seamlessly into both classic and transitional interiors. Each lantern is made from brass with a dark patinated finish that evokes the subtle grandeur of the English Country House tradition. The design features a pitched roof, a turned finial, and a glass-fronted door that opens to reveal a single light. The cream-toned interior reflects the light beautifully while maintaining a soft, diffused glow.
Recently rewired for use in the United States, the fixtures are ready for immediate installation. The scale is modest and well-suited for flanking a fireplace, lighting a hallway, or framing a doorway—indoors or out, provided they are placed in a covered area. Their restrained form and historic finish lend authenticity and warmth to both traditional and contemporary spaces.
A handsome and practical pair for those drawn to the understated elegance of antique English lighting.
Category
Early 20th Century English Country Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Hanging Pendent Lantern Sculpture Contemporary Hand-Blown Glass Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 1 - LARGE (WHITE)
J.M. Szymanski
D. 2024
What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The col...
Category
2010s American Modern Lanterns
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Midcentury Oil Lamp by Ilse Ammonsen for Daproma Design in Brass
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage midcentury solid brass oil lamp by Ilse Ammonsen for Daproma of Denmark in brass.
Stamped on the base.
No major issues or dents Just age related wear and patina to the surfac...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Pair Brass Blown Glass Star Bell Jar Lantern Vaughan Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Gilt Brass & Blown Etched Glass Star Pattern Bell Jar Lanterns Each With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster In The Manner Of Vaughan Each Fixture Comes Ready To Hang With ...
Category
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Art Deco Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass, Porch or Hallway Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Great style and top quality artisanship hallway or porch lantern.
If you are looking for a unique 'architectural lantern' for your porch or hallway and you like the look and feel of...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
Extra Large Venetian Style Mouth Blown, Glass in Metal Frame Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and extra large size fixture with mouthblown glass in a handcrafted iron frame.
If you are looking for a rare and stylish fixture to grace your home then this handcrafted...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Iron
Original Art Deco Pendant from Glass & Brass w Stylized Flower & Leaf Decor 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted and stylish Art Deco lantern or ceiling lamp with rarest patterns for your stairwell, hallway or bedroom.
This all handcrafted, practical size and beautiful looking ceil...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Wire
Wonderful Brass Blown Etched Glass Star Bell Jar Lantern Vaughan Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Brass & Blown Etched Glass Star Pattern Bell Jar With 3 Candelabra Lights Lantern Light Fixture, Ready To Install With Chain And Canopy
In The Manner Of Vaughan Designs
Category
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Materials
Brass
A Classical Nickel And Curved Murano Glass Italian Lantern
Located in London, GB
An Italian nickel and curved Murano amber glass lantern from the early 20th century. Very good quality casting and glass panels. The canopy with scrolled acanthus design. Finials to ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lanterns
Materials
Nickel
Metal garden lamp from the 1960s
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
A very massive garden lamp in a traditional 60s design. The lamp is made of metal and coated with an ivory-colored paint, presumably the original paint. The lid is designed in the fo...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Patinated and embossed glass and metal lantern in various patterns
Located in Milano, IT
The curved glass and embossed metal lantern can be traced back to the 19th century and is of Russian manufacture.
At the bottom it has four small feet that allow it to rest on the g...
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Pair Scandinavian Art Deco Theater Pendants Brass Hand-blown Opaline, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of wonderful and rare ball pendants from the transition period from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, Scandinavia, 1920-1930. Hand-blown opaline glas sphere globes with beautifuly elab...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Patinated Cast Iron Lantern, Sweden 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This Swedish Art Deco lantern (Bjerkås Armatur, Corona Belysning style) was designed and manufactured in the 1930s to 1940s).
The light features a patinated cast iron frame suspende...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Louis XVI Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Divine Large Pair Black & Gold Gilt Pagoda Bamboo Chinoiserie Lanterns Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A divine large pair of black & gold gilt pagoda bamboo form chinoiserie lanterns, each of the fixtures have been rewired and come with chain canopy and mounting hardware for installa...
Category
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Lanterns
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Pair of Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Brass Pendants, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown opaline glass ball pendant with brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy, 1940s.
One porcelain Edison E-27 light socket for a large sized screw bulb up to 100W. Both...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Murano Round Pink Glass and Brass Modern Lantern / Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Very special Murano glass lanterns, stylish and elegant, their design truly unique in their kind. Beautiful coloring.
The lantern is composed of a brass stem where a system for a G9...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair of Maison Lunel Brass Two-Light Wall Sconces, France, 1950s
By Maison Lunel
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of tall two-arm wall sconces by Maison Lunel, France, 1950s. Very elegant and timeless design in gilt brass with green lucite accents, four original silk shades in ivory color...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Crystal Tea Light Hurricane Lantern by Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Deborah Ehrlich's crystal tea light hurricane lantern is made up of four nested pieces of handblown, hand-cut Swedish crystal.
Used with a clear tea light candle, the flame moves ...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Lanterns
Materials
Crystal
Vintage, New and Antique Lanterns
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.