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Lanterns For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1950s
Mid Century French Capiz Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French capiz pendant light fixture with interior lights.
Measurements:
Minimum drop: 12"
Diameter: 16.5".
Category
1950s French Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Copper Ships Masthead Lantern By Meteorite Of England
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid copper and brass ships lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Meticulously polished and lacquered and mounted to a thick wood base. The lantern case is fitted with a makers plate fro...
Category
1920s European Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Copper
Isamu Noguchi Akari L2, Ozeki, 1951
Located in Lille, Hauts-de-France
An Akari model "L2" by Isamu Noguchi (1904-1908)
A light sculptural column, original shade in washi & structure in black lacquered metal
Hand-made form realized by Ozeki Company, G...
Category
1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Solid Brass Ships Anchor Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships anchor lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Dry cell battery lamp. Circa 1950. Fresnel glass globe. Carry handle marked with "Japan" on bot...
Category
1950s Japanese Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship's anchor lantern of polished brass and copper. Maker is R.C. Murray Limited, 37 Cavendish St, Glasgow. Meticulously polished and lacquered, this has been completely restored by ...
Category
1920s British Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Copper
National Marine Lamp Co. Iron Bulkhead Marine Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
National Marine Lamp Co. Sheet-Iron Marine bulkhead Marine lantern, green paint, wire handle, rectangular form with contoured top, applied brass label impressed "National Marine Lamp...
Category
1910s American Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Steel
1900 Art Nouveau Gold and Blue Painted Iron Lantern
Located in Catania, Sicilia
It's an Italian procession lantern, now if electrified, it can be used as a charming pendant. The gilded and blue iron it's in original conditions a...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Pair of English Etched Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900's English etched glass lanterns with interior lights and original patina. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Present drop: 24"
Height of body: 16"(smoked glass to b...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
All Original Arts and Crafts Lantern / Pendant Light with Opalescent Blue Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and good size Arts and Crafts ceiling lamp.
If you are looking for the ideal pendant to light up your entrance or bedroom then t...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Spanish Medieval Style Wall Sconces in Gilt Hand Forged Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Medieval style hand forged uplighter torch wall sconces, 1930s.
Rare hand forged iron gothic inspired cylinder wall lights with terrific aged patina showing the original gold leaf gilding.
This pair of medieval iron...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Medieval Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Antique Ship Lantern Mounted as Lamp
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships lantern with Fresnel glass lens. On front of ship lantern is a brass label that read: Chas C. Hutchinson, 152 ST., Boston, Mass. Great early twentieth century lante...
Category
1920s American Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School "De Nieuwe Honsel" Stained Glass Hanging Lamp
By De Nieuwe Honsel, Hendrik Cornelis Herens
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Dutch Art Deco, Amsterdam School hanging lamp made by "De Nieuwe Honsel".
Designed by Hendrik Cornelis Herens ( 1893 - 1934 )
Stained glass Hanging Lamp...
Category
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Stained Glass
Louis XVI Style Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine & Elegant Gilt Bronze Louis XVI style lantern. Curved Glass Panels.
Pair available. France, circa 1920.
Dimensions: Height 28"...
Category
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Impressive Bronze Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A magnificent bronze lantern attributed to E. F. Caldwell. Hexagonal in shape with beveled glass panels supported at the top by six brackets ending in Greek keys. At the bottom six "...
Category
1920s American Neoclassical Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Montgolfier Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier, ca 1900
Located in Essex, MA
Rare and exquisite gilt bronze and crystal hot air balloon chandelier. All original and preserved. French wired arms and hidden electrification of the balloon which produces and amaz...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Italian Ceiling Light, circa 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Fine Italian ceiling light from the 1950-1960s. A large satin glass diffuser with a red lacquered 'Saturn' shade suspended by brass hardware. Good original condition with partially h...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Italian Art Nouveau and Art Deco Murano Pink Crystals Tear Drop Chandelier c1930
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful antique Italian Art Nouveau and Art Deco Murano hand blown pink crystals tear drop bronze chandelier in a radial pattern with a very sparkling effect typical of Hollywood s...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Pair of Port and Starboard Ship Lanterns by Meteorite "P18124" & "P137559"
By Meteorite
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship's port and starboard lanterns with polished and lacquered steel cases, glass Fresnel lenses, red and green filters, electric sockets, etc.. With brass maker's badges and serial ...
Category
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Steel
Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze and Baccarat Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and palatial French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze (Ormolu) and fitted-Baccarat crystal (cut-glass) twenty-six-light figural chandelier with five large cherubs...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Monumental Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabulous gilt bronze lantern with cut & frosted glass panels. 7 lights. France, circa 1920.
Dimensions: Height 87" Diameter 36"
CW3027 & CW3028.
Category
1920s French Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century E.F. Caldwell Leaded Glass Lantern
Located in Canton, MA
A hexagonal leaded glass lantern. The glass panels are wheel engraved with a curved foliate flower basket design. The top panels slant to the top and have clear round glass pieces. T...
Category
Early 20th Century American Federal Lanterns
Materials
Lead
Louis XV Style Belle Époque Gilt & Patinated Bronze Nine-Light Cherub Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XV Style Belle Époque gilt and patinated bronze nine-light cherub chandelier. The open gilt bronze body frame sur...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Set of French Midcentury Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of six French circa 1950's milk glass pendant light fixtures with bronze body and fittings. Sold individually.
Measurements:
Height of body: 32"
Drop: Current drop: 50"
Diamet...
Category
1950s French Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern with Fresnel Lens by Meteorite "C20696"
By Meteorite
Located in Norwell, MA
Awesome antique ship's masthead lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Hinged and vented top. Brass makers badge with serial number C20696 from English Maker Meteorite. Sturdy hoisting han...
Category
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Steel
French 19th-20th Century Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze & Cut-Glass 6-Light Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and large French 19th-20th century Belle Époque gilt-bronze and cut-glass six-light figural chandelier. The elongated gilt-bronze body with a pierced apron and silvered lining...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Louis XVI Style Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine & elegant gilt bronze Louis XVI style Lantern. Curved glass panels.
Pair available. France, circa 1920.
Dimensions: Height 28"...
Category
1920s French Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
English Polished Ships Masthead Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polish and lacquered ship's masthead lantern. With clear Fresnel glass lens. Vented top, brass carry handle. Mounted to a thick mahogany base. Wired for home use. This is an e...
Category
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair Belle Epoque Bronze & Beaded Crystal Sphere Chandeliers / Pendants
Located in Charleston, SC
A Magnificent pair of Hand-strung Cut Crystal Sphere Pendants adorned with an elegant matte and high gilt gold finish. This pair of Belle Epoque Cut Crystal Beaded Sphere Chandeliers hang from a Gilt Bronze Egg-and-Dart Ring Console Suspended...
Category
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Arts & Crafts Engraved Glass & Brass Stairwell or Hallway Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and stylish Arts and Crafts lantern or ceiling lamp.
This all handcrafted, practical size and great looking ceiling lamp is another one of our recent great finds. With earl...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Beautiful 1920's Cast Iron Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare 1920's lantern, at the time of the picture shooting the light had his original 1920's wire, but we rewire all our lights and sconces, the patina is allot nicer i...
Category
1920s American Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Polished Steel Ship's Masthead Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship's masthead lantern with protective cage, Fresnel lens, ac wiring, vented top, carry handle, etc. Sturdily built.
Overall Dimensions: 16"H x 12"L x 10"D. Weight is 18 pounds.
Category
1920s Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Steel
Whimsical French Belle Époque Gilt Bronze Cherub Gasolier Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine whimsical French Belle Époque gilt and ebonized bronze cherub four-light gasolier pendant chandelier. The scrolled acanthus gilt-bronze frame, with its original gas key-valves...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
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. The single-light tapered square cast-bronze body surmounted with alleg...
Category
Early 1900s English British Colonial Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
English Mica and Bronze Lantern
Located in New York, NY
An English circa 1920's patinated bronze and mica lantern with coat-of-arms on side pannels.
Measurements:
Diameter: 13"
Drop: 14".
Category
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Beautiful French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Circular Lantern
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful French Louis XVI style cast and gilt bronze circular six lights lantern.
Beautiful original gilding and circular glass.
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
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. The steel case has been meticulously polished and lacquered. Fresnel glass lens with brass bezel. Heavy...
Category
1920s Scottish Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Steel
Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's neoclassic style bronze lantern of hexagonal shape with original patina.
Measurements:
Height: 31"
Diameter: 15.5".
Category
1920s European Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Iron Art Nouveau Glass Panel Lantern Pendent Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of French iron scroll fixtures in the Art Nouveau motif, with glass panels set into each pagoda lantern form each with three candel...
Category
1950s French Art Nouveau Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Superb Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Magnificent gilt bronze lantern with frosted glass panels. 7 lights.
France, circa 1900.
Dimensions: Height 62" Diameter 24 (top)
CW2294.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Set of Three Elegant Wall Lights Attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Classy and sophisticated set of three wall lights attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni. These lights have a sinuous arm and a decorated base holder made of brass. The lighting element is nestled in the brass structure and holds an elegant opaline-white glass ball.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Venini Blown Glass Pendant, Italy, 1950's
By Venini
Located in New York, NY
Venini, Italy 1950's
A blown clear glass lantern with delicate woven spiral patterns in colored Zanfirico glass; nickeled mounts
Measures: 12 diameter x 38 height ( Height can be a...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Art Glass
Set of Bronze & Milk Glass Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of six French circa 1950's neoclassic style bronze light fixtures with white milk glass panels and interior lights.
Measurements:
Diameter: 16"
Minimum drop: 9"
Category
1950s French Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Small and Stunning Jugendstil Brass, Bronze and Glass Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Marvelous design, Benson style, handmade Arts and Crafts era ceiling light.
This early Jugendstil pendant is of an aesthetically pleasing beauty that will never fail to impress. The...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Solid Brass Lantern, Circa 1910-1920.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Solid Brass Lantern, Circa 1910-1920.
Category
Early 20th Century European Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Restored Art Deco Brass and Glass Lantern with Flowers
Located in Canton, MA
Italian Deco style, four light cluster
Material: Brass, art glass
Style: Art Deco, Traditional
Place of origin: Italy
Period made: Early 20th century
Dimensions: 14 × 14 × 28 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Ten-Light Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze ten-light chandelier, the tapering leaf tip cast and fluted shaft over an urn form bowl issuing scrolling foliate arms upli...
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Antique Opaline Glass Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's English opaline glass pendant lantern.
Measurements:
Minimum drop: 17"
Diameter: 10.5".
Category
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Opaline Glass
Pair of English Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950’s patinated bronze lanterns with interior light.
Sold individually.
Measurements:
Current drop: 22?
Length/width: 7? square.
Category
1950s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Giant Pair of Copper Port & Starboard Ships Lanterns by Meteorite, 12402 & 19204
By Meteorite
Located in Norwell, MA
Classic huge pair of solid copper ship's port and starboard ships lanterns by "Meteorite." Fitted with several brass badges including port, starboard, Meteorite 12401, William Harvie...
Category
1910s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Art Deco Pendant w. Venetian Gondola, Tent & Flag Graphics & Gilt Bronze Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare Venetian opaline glass lantern pendant with gilt bronze gallery.
This rare design and great looking pendant is in the best condition possible and truly a joy to own and look at. We have never before seen a 1920s pendant of this rare Venetian design and to have found it in this amazing condition more than made our day. If the city of Venice has a special place in your heart and/or if you have fond memories of spending time in a Gondola there then maybe you should be the next custodian of this work of art pendant light. The stylised gondolier and the Venetian flag...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Three Unusual Art Deco Iron Pendants with Opaline Glass Globes.
Located in Houston, TX
Three unusual iron pendants with opaline glass globes: These iron pendants are wired for use within the USA. Vienna Secessionist or Arts & Crafts style. Single light each (medium-bas...
Category
1910s French Vienna Secession Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Solid Brass Ship's Lantern by F.H. Lovell Co. of Arlington, New Jersey
Located in Norwell, MA
Superb ship's lantern by Lovell with a ruby red lens by Corning. Highest quality ship's lantern with a heavy hoisting handle, vented top, engraved top, thick Fresnel lens, protective...
Category
1920s American Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Industrial Clear Glass Hanging Cage Lighting
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brutalist lamp is unique and has its industrial character It features cast iron top clear glass cover and iron grid. Porcelain socket for E 27 lightbulbs.Four pieces available.All la...
Category
1950s German Industrial Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Iron
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. Fitted with makers badges reading "Davey & Comp...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Pierced Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1950's pierced brass lantern with glass and stone insets. Single interior light.
Measurements:
Diameter: 12"
min. drop: 18"
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Copper Masthead "Griffiths & Sons" Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship's lantern known as a masthead lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Meticulously polished and lacquered, and wired with electric cord for home use. With chandler's badge from Griffit...
Category
1920s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Monumental Versailles Style Lantern Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine bronze & gilt bronze Versailles style lantern featuring beveled crystal panels. France, circa 1900
Louis XVI Versailles style nine li...
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
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 ...
Category
1950s English Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
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.
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