Lanterns
Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Lanterns
Giltwood
Late 19th Century Antique Lanterns
Bronze
Early 20th Century Spanish Lanterns
Bronze
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Metal
1950s Turkish Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Iron
1980s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Lanterns
Metal
20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Brass, Bronze
20th Century American American Classical Lanterns
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass, Nickel
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Late 20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Lanterns
Metal
1990s Lanterns
Fabric, Bentwood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns
Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary German Louis XVI Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Country Lanterns
Brass
2010s American Modern Lanterns
Wood, Paper
1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Metal
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass, Copper
2010s Italian Organic Modern Lanterns
Brass
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Lanterns
Brass, Bronze
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Glass
1930s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Lanterns
Glass
20th Century Italian Louis XVI Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
1960s Moroccan Vintage Lanterns
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Metal, Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Lanterns
Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron
1940s Turkish Vintage Lanterns
Tin
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1910s French Vienna Secession Vintage Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1950s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Wire
Mid-20th Century Thai Chinoiserie Lanterns
Wood, Teak, Paper
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Lanterns
Bronze
1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Parchment Paper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Early 20th Century Lanterns
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Lanterns
Glass
1980s North American Vintage Lanterns
Copper
Mid-20th Century English Lanterns
Metal
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Metal
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
18th Century English Rococo Antique Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1920s North American Vintage Lanterns
Copper
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Art Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass, Steel
1940s Vintage Lanterns
Brass, Copper
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.





