Italian Railway Manual Oil Lamp, 1920s Table Oil Lamp
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique Railway OIL LAMP with GREEN - RED SIGNAL - and Signal Lantern - FS BRAND - Early 1900's in tin plated metal
Early 20th Century Italian Industrial Lanterns
Iron
Italian Railway Manual Oil Lamp, 1920s Table Oil Lamp
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique Railway OIL LAMP with GREEN - RED SIGNAL - and Signal Lantern - FS BRAND - Early 1900's in tin plated metal
Iron
Japanese Fine Antique Lotus Leaf Bronze Lantern Extraordinary 19thc. Shogun Art
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to Find Lotus Lantern- First we have seen Please enjoy our video. An innovative heavily hand cast, and extraordinary designed Lantern that could emit brilliant night light. ...
Bronze, Copper
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 ...
Murano Glass
Tall French Art Deco Bronze Opaline Glass Torchiere Wall Sconce Indoor Outdoor
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Superb, tall bronze wall torchiere sconce or wall lantern for indoor and outdoor use, France, 1920-1929. Old Bronze richly decorated with fine details, hand-blown opaline glass ball ...
Bronze
$10,900 / item
Globe Lantern, Zinc Finish, Small
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Globe Lantern is based on a similar 19th-century antique. The globe shape of the fixture emanates strength and is united by the solid zinc finish finials and acanthus top. The...
Brass
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
17th Century Large Six Sided Venetian Carved Gilded Baroque Hall Lantern
Located in Vero Beach, FL
17th century large six sided Venetian carved gilded Baroque hall lantern. This 17th century hand carved red polychrome and gilded wood lantern, mounted on a pole with a lion paw base, represents the highest standards of craftsmanship. This very large lantern...
Wood
$71,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Rare Pair of French Luis XVI Bronze Lanterns with Cupids and Garlands of Flowers
Located in New York, NY
A Rare Pair of French Louis XVI Style Doré Bronze and Curved Glass circular shaped Lanterns with Cupids and Floral Garlands Presented as a pair, these French Louis XVI style lantern...
Bronze
Vintage Solid Copper Verdigris Outdoor Lantern - Seedy Acrylic Panels
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Step back in time with this beautiful, solid copper verdigris lantern, a true testament to timeless craftsmanship. This piece is not merely a light source; it's a piece of funky ar...
Copper
$500Sale Price|30% Off
Large Antique Ship Lamp Lantern Red Copper Memorabilia
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large antique ship lamp, ship lantern, made of red copper, yellow copper, and a glass Fresnel lens, converted to electricity, early 20th century. ...
Brass, Copper
Modern Italian Wavy Blue Textured Murano Glass Satin Nickel Pendant/Chandelier
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A post-modern playful suspension couture light fixture, a creation entirely handcrafted in Italy with floral stylized shape, the satin nickel structure decorated all around with 16 j...
Nickel
Funky Pair of Vintage Solid Brass Wall Lanterns 5”.75 x 5”.75 x 11”.75 High
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Instantly elevate your home's curb appeal or interior space with this pair of vintage solid brass exterior/interior wall lanterns. Their classic design and beautiful finish make th...
Brass
Handcrafted Electrified Copper Lantern, Four-Sided Design, USA
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Quality handcrafted of solid copper lantern , beautiful patina ,with three 60/watt lights. Electrified and ready to light. Beautiful oxidization patina. Made in the US Could be used...
Copper
Italian Blown Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian clear glass light fixture with one Edison light. Measurements: Drop: 19" Diameter: 6.5"
Blown Glass
Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese Monarch butterfly garden lighting lantern.
Iron
Pair of French Victorian Bronze Paneled Wall Lanterns
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Victorian bronze 4 sided bent glass paneled lanterns with scroll bracket wall support (PRICED AS Pair).
Bronze
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century French Hanging Lantern
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this 20th century Hanging Lantern was handcrafted in France and retains it's original finish and metal work. The wiring has been updated and features a ...
Metal
Fontana Arte Style Blown Glass Brass Thee-Light Lantern or Pendant, Italy, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A gilt brass and blown smoked glass Fontara Arte style pendant or lantern with a central three-bulb candelabra cluster, Italy, 1950s. It takes three Edison E14 bulbs. Dimensions: O...
Brass
Pair of Louis Sognot Bamboo Rattan Wall Sconces with Shades, France, 1960s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of lovely bamboo and rattan wall sconces by Louis Sognot, France, 1960s. Bamboo wall mounted backpiece with hanging lantern shape rattan lamp shades, with fabric shades insid...
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique Brass Chandelier with Blown Glass, Crown Style, USA, 1900
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant antique chandelier made of solid brass with blown glass inner. Exceptional style of crown look with beautiful oxidized greenish patina. Newly rewired with one-light, look at ...
Brass
French Rococò Style Gilt Bronze Lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This finely chiseled French Rococo style gilt bronze lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has six-light and it shows classical features of that period such acanthus leaves and vegetal d...
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Bronze Lantern
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century English Bronze Lantern A true statement piece of interior lighting in the form of an English bronze art deco style lantern. With milk glass inserts both to sides...
Bronze
Moroccan Moorish Large Hanging Light Fixture Colored Glass Lantern
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan Moorish vintage clear glass with intricate metal filigree hanging chandelier. The Moroccan lantern has been rewired in the US with a cluster of 4 candelabra lights. Delicate...
Metal
American Victorian Tiffany Style Stained Glass Bronze Shade
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian Tiffany-Style stained glass hanging shade with bronze filigree design and green glass edge.
Glass
Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Tung Woo
Located in Norwell, MA
Tung Woo ship's masthead lantern that has been meticulously polished and lacquered. With hinged top, brass badges, Fresnel glass lens, hoisting handle, bracke...
Copper
$2,690Sale Price|20% Off
Barovier & Toso Large Tessere Ambra Suspension Clear Incalmo Black Bead Murano
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
An extremely large suspension piece. This design is univerversally attributed to Barovier & Toso and is composed of a beautiful crossed tessere ambra design. The central design is s...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Murrine
Art Deco Murano Glass Three-Light Grape Chandelier, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Murano glass three-light chandelier with cast iron and brass mounts, Italy, mid-20th century. Three brass hanging chains with colored and clear glass bunch of grapes form shades connected to a circular canopy decorated with three cast iron flower baskets...
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Pair of Palm Beach Regency 9-Light Hanging Lanterns
Located in North Miami, FL
These exquisite Palm Beach Regency large hanging lanterns in the Venetian Style boast 9 interior candelabra socket and bulbs. Twisted metal frame detail and tassels in soft gold ado...
Metal
A French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze & Glass Lantern with Exotic Birds and Berries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze and Frosted Enameled Decorated Glass Lantern. The tall, slender lantern is suspended from gilt-metal branches and leaves set with clus...
Metal, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Copper Lantern
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century hanging lantern light fixture is a stunning blend of rustic charm and architectural presence. Crafted from copper, it features eight glass-paneled sides, each w...
Brass, Copper
19th Century French Bronze Gilt Lantern
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century French bronze gilt lantern The lantern has it' s original antique round (rolled) glass. The glass can be loosened and fastened by three scr...
Bronze
Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm dimmable light fixture lightbulb chandelier - ANNA
By Thomas Cooper Studio, Multiforme, MARCANTONIO
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blown glass body worked in rigamenà is decorated with evocative and original colors and shapes from the Murano craft tradition. The central body is encircled by sprinkling decoration...
Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass
Chapman Vintage Brass and Glass Cylinder Hurricane Lantern
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in North Miami, FL
This sleek mid-century modern hurricane lantern is comprised of a heavy base which holds large scale candle, then a glass cylinder with brass rim trimmed top.
Brass
Amethyst Glass Millefiori Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960s amethyst colored Venetian glass flowers light fixture with interior lights. Measurements: Diameter 30" Min. Drop 16" (adjustable)...
Art Glass
French Art Deco Brass Frosted Glass Four-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely French Art Deco brass and high relief frosted glass chandelier. Beautiful globe in the center surrounded by three curved lamp arms with tulip shades, France, 1930-1935. This...
Brass
"Versailles" Style Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Versailles" gilt bronze hall fixture. The canopied support featuring a crown with "Fleur de Lis". The body frame with beveled glass panels, decorated with Atlantes, shells, lions ma...
Bronze
Art Nouveau Patinated Brass Lantern, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Nouveau lantern. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Original patinated brass frame, chain and ceiling top. The etched glass shade is also original. Rewire...
Brass
French Art Nouveau Art Deco Gilded Amber Beaded Glass Fringe Chandelier, Lantern
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful antique French Art Nouveau Art Deco gilded bronze lanterns and amber beaded glass straw fringe, 2 tiers. Measures: Depth 8.7 in /22 cm Width 8.7 in /22 cm Diagonal 12 in/ 3...
Brass
Italian Art Deco Brass Lantern Pendant, 1940s Mid-Century Modern
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Italian Art Deco brass lantern or pendant. Three E 14 light bulbs. We can wire for your country standards.
Brass
Pair of French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Lantern Chandeliers, Frosted Glass Panels
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful antique pair of French Art Nouveau lantern chandeliers, each with a rare hexagonal design. The six sculptural panels are framed in finely cast gilt bronze with ornate flowi...
Bronze
Enchanting Venini Atr. Reticello Murano Glass Lantern or Pendants 1940s
By Venini
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing and rare pendant with a precious hand blown "reticello " Murano glass cup with a delicate pure crystal cascade. Three E 27 light bulbs. by Venini, 1940. Timeless decoration...
Blown Glass
Wonderful Regency Three-Light Vaughan Bell Jar Glass & Brass Lantern Greek Key
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Regency / Neoclassical Three Candelabra Light Etched Bell Jar Glass & Patinated Black Brass Lantern With Greek Key Pattern Lantern Fixture, In The Manner Of Vaughan Designs
Brass
$4,800
Moderne Capiz Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950s Italian capiz lantern with interior lights. Measurements: Height 30" Diameter 17".
Brass
$5,950 / set
Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of 20th-century French lanterns combines rustic charm with functional design, making them a timeless addition to any space. Crafted from wrought iron, the lanterns feature ...
Wrought Iron
Wonderful Gold Gilt Tole Pagoda Bamboo Chinoiserie Lantern Fixture Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Gold Gilt Tole Pagoda Bamboo Form chinoiserie Lantern Fixture With 6 Candelabra Lights And This Beautiful Chandelier Is Decorated With Crystal Beads And Flowers Finished ...
Crystal, Brass
Large Spanish Rattan Wicker Wire Pendant Lantern Chinoiserie Inspired, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oriental Inspired rattan squared lantern with wicker wire cannage panels. Spain, 1950s-1960s. This handcrafted ceiling lamp features a squared lantern made of rattan canes with cannage panels and an inner paper lampshade. The chain is made of wicker sticks topped by a wood canopy. This pendant lamp will be a nice addition hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area and will add a cool accent wherever you place it. Perfect to be used in an urban appartment or country side house decoration. It provides a charming light when lit. Newly wired. Overall Measurements( including the chain and the canopy ) : 99 cm H x 44 cm W x 44 cm D Measures of the lantern lampshade: 44 cm W x 44 cm D x 42 cm H ( excluding the chain and canopy) Rattan Lantern // Rattan Suspension Lamp // Rattan Ceiling Fixture...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Bespoke Italian Oval Black and Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Egg Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom lantern chandelier, of a modern Venetian geometric series with 4 shapes as per images, entirely custom made in It...
Brass
Large Hexagonal Brass Lantern, Nine Lights, Italian Design, 1960
Located in Stamford, CT
Large striking brass lantern. Nine lights.
Brass
Early 20th Century Hunters Lamp
Located in London, England
Early 20th Century brass table lamp with decorated glass insert, depicting animals of the hunt. Re-wired and tested. France circa 1930.
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier by Daum, Nancy France, in Pate de Verre, circa 1940
By Daum
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Beautiful 3-light chandelier. Executed in 4 separate pieces of glass in the "P@te de Verre" technique. Manufactured and signed by Daum in Nancy, France circa 1940.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Gilt Bronze Lanterns, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of gilt bronze lanterns. France, late 19th century.
Bronze
Art Deco Enameled Railway Lantern by Usines Foal, Belgium, 1918-1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This exceptional Art Deco enameled railway lantern, known as the “Lampe Paradou,” was produced by Usines Foal, located at 48 quai de Mariemont, Brussels, Belgium, circa 1918–1920. Or...
Metal, Copper
24" Glass Rombus Pendant, Clear Glass with Brass, 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...
Glass
Large Midcentury Wooden Pendant / Light Fixture with Rare Amber Cathedral Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
Large, handcrafted and great condition entry hall light fixture. This vintage pendant is the first one of its kind that we ever had the pleasure of o...
Glass, Wood
Pair of Solid Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern 15”H x 8”W x 7”D
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your home with this exquisite pair of solid brass wall lantern sconces, embodying the enduring charm of the Arts & Crafts movement. These substantial and beautifully craft...
Brass
Very Impressive and Palatial Late 19th Century Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Long Island City, NY
A very impressive and palatial late 19th century gilt bronze and crystal twenty four light basket chandelier The large sunburst corona above a reticulated pierced crown adorned with...
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Italian Monumental Purple Gold Silver Smoked Murano Glass Brass Chandelier
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
"Luce Scultura" Italian Post-Modern sculpture Work of Art, entirely handcrafted, a contemporary organic lighting fixture, an architectura...
Metal, Brass, Silver Leaf
Large One Of A Kind Solid Copper & Brass Verdigris Patina Lantern -Meisner Style
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This is a beautiful One Of A King , large antique hanging lantern, crafted from solid copper and brass. The lantern's surface has developed a stunning natural verdigris patina, showc...
Brass, Copper
$8,900 / set
Pair of 19th Century Tole Lanterns
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of painted tole lanterns.
Tôle
French Victorian Porcelain Oil Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian blue porcelain Aladdin style oil table lamp.
Porcelain
Italian Chandelier in Brass and Glass
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Italian Art nouveau style Murano glass and brass chandelier. The light requires 12 single E14 screw fit lightbulbs (60Watt max.) LED compatible. Measures: Diameter 64...
Brass
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.