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Beveled Glass and Brass Italian Pendant Light, Fontana Arte Style, 1950s
Beveled Glass and Brass Italian Pendant Light, Fontana Arte Style, 1950s

Beveled Glass and Brass Italian Pendant Light, Fontana Arte Style, 1950s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Roma, IT

Fabulous pendant in beveled glass and brass. This gorgeous piece was designed in the 1950s and is attributed to Fontana Arte. This marvelous pendant consist in a brass structure t...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Metal

Murano Blue Glass Brass Pendant or Lantern Fontana Arte Style, Italy, 1950s
Murano Blue Glass Brass Pendant or Lantern Fontana Arte Style, Italy, 1950s

Murano Blue Glass Brass Pendant or Lantern Fontana Arte Style, Italy, 1950s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Rare, wonderful hand blown Murano turquoise art glass and brass pendant or lantern in the style of Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950s. The pendant is in very good condition, no chips or crac...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Pair of English Verdigris Copper Alloy Hall Lanterns, Late 19th Century
Pair of English Verdigris Copper Alloy Hall Lanterns, Late 19th Century

Pair of English Verdigris Copper Alloy Hall Lanterns, Late 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

A handsome pair of English copper-alloy hall lanterns dating to the late 19th century. Each lantern features a domed cap surmounted by a suspension ring, above a pierced geometric g...

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Copper

Antique Italian Lantern Hand-Carved Wood Original Gilding Over 250-Years Old
Antique Italian Lantern Hand-Carved Wood Original Gilding Over 250-Years Old

Antique Italian Lantern Hand-Carved Wood Original Gilding Over 250-Years Old

Located in Highwood, IL

Antique Italian Lantern Hand-Carved over 250-Years Ago and remarkably does not appear to have ever been restored, only electrified a very long time ago. We had this Antique hand-carv...

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1760s Italian Rococo Antique Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Wood, Giltwood

A French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Crystal lantern
A French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Crystal lantern

A French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Crystal lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Crystal lantern. The lantern is modeled off an antechamber lantern still situated in the Palais de Versail...

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19th Century Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

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Crystal, Ormolu

Midcentury Round Opaline Glass and Brass Italian Red Lantern Chandelier, 1950s
Midcentury Round Opaline Glass and Brass Italian Red Lantern Chandelier, 1950s

Midcentury Round Opaline Glass and Brass Italian Red Lantern Chandelier, 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing midcentury round opaline glass and brass red lantern chandelier. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy during the 1950s. This piece is wonderful as the combination of...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century French Riviera Bambo and Rattan Round Italian Chandelier, 1960s
Mid-Century French Riviera Bambo and Rattan Round Italian Chandelier, 1960s

Mid-Century French Riviera Bambo and Rattan Round Italian Chandelier, 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous Mid-Century pendant fully made in bamboo curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This charming organic pendant was produced in Italy during the 1960s and is attributed to Fran...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Solid Brass Outdoor Lanterns by Phoenix Day Co
Solid Brass Outdoor Lanterns by Phoenix Day Co

Solid Brass Outdoor Lanterns by Phoenix Day Co

By Phoenix Day Co. Inc.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorgeous Solid Brass Country French Wall Lanterns suitable for wet or dry location, Beautiful heavily seeded glass panels make for a super charming look. Quality and style. Ready to...

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2010s American French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns
Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns

Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns

Located in Atlanta, GA

A striking pair of French neoclassical brass lantern chandeliers from the 1940s, exuding elegance and sophistication with their refined details and symmetrical proportions. Each lant...

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20th Century French Lanterns

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Brass

Classic Brass Hall Lantern
Classic Brass Hall Lantern

Classic Brass Hall Lantern

Located in Westwood, NJ

Classic Brass hall lantern and based on a 1940's French design, this hall lantern marries a flowing shape with clean lines. The brass echoes the war...

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21st Century and Contemporary English American Classical Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large Bronze Neoclassic Lantern
Large Bronze Neoclassic Lantern

Large Bronze Neoclassic Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's French gilt bronze neoclassic lantern with 12 lights with original finish. Measurements: Diameter: 24" Drop: 44" (adjustable).   

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1920s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Antique Gilt Bronze Lantern
Antique Gilt Bronze Lantern

Antique Gilt Bronze Lantern

Located in Atlanta, GA

Antique gilt bronze lantern featuring double curved, beveled and handcut crystal panels. Louis XV style. France, circa 1910. CW4471

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Arts & Crafts Lantern Wall Sconce
Arts & Crafts Lantern Wall Sconce

Arts & Crafts Lantern Wall Sconce

Located in San Francisco, CA

Arts & Crafts period steel and green slag glass wall sconce or lantern. Newly re-wired and re-conditioned. American, early 20th century. In excellent condition.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm dimmable light fixture lightbulb chandelier- LUISA
Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm dimmable light fixture lightbulb chandelier- LUISA

Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm dimmable light fixture lightbulb chandelier- LUISA

By MARCANTONIO, Multiforme, Thomas Cooper Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Blown glass body worked in balloton is decorated with evocative and original colors and shapes from the Murano craft tradition. The central body is surrounded by a rostral decoration...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Antique English Solid Brass Gas-Light Era Lantern, circa 1890
Antique English Solid Brass Gas-Light Era Lantern, circa 1890

Antique English Solid Brass Gas-Light Era Lantern, circa 1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English solid brass gas-light era lantern, circa 1890. LAN009.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Italian Blown Glass Light Fixture
Italian Blown Glass Light Fixture

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"

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1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Rare Victorian Hand-Painted Glass Candle Lantern Pendant with Lake House Scene
Rare Victorian Hand-Painted Glass Candle Lantern Pendant with Lake House Scene

Rare Victorian Hand-Painted Glass Candle Lantern Pendant with Lake House Scene

Located in Lisse, NL

A rare and atmospheric pendant from the Victorian period (late 19th century), this hanging lantern showcases exquisite craftsmanship and timeless charm. The hand-blown glass shade is...

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Late 20th Century European Victorian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Elegant Neoclassic Wall Lantern in Powder Coated Aluminum and Acrylic
Elegant Neoclassic Wall Lantern in Powder Coated Aluminum and Acrylic

Elegant Neoclassic Wall Lantern in Powder Coated Aluminum and Acrylic

Located in Delray Beach, FL

An elegant outdoor single lighting in the neoclassic style into a contemporary structure ,made of power coated aluminium, decorative acrylic glass like sides , ample light exposure ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Monumental Pair Gothic Revival Church Lanterns
Monumental Pair Gothic Revival Church Lanterns

Monumental Pair Gothic Revival Church Lanterns

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1900 Monumental Pair Gothic Revival Church Lanterns Provenance: Church Manchester England New wiring and original hanging chains. Price is for the...

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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Otto Wagner Metro Stations Vienna Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition
Otto Wagner Metro Stations Vienna Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition

Otto Wagner Metro Stations Vienna Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition

By Otto Wagner, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Modernistic pendant-light. Important design for the underground lines of the Wiener Stadtbahn. There he combined visible structural details with contemporary elements of arts. The me...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm white dimmable light fixture lightbulb - CARLOTTA
Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm white dimmable light fixture lightbulb - CARLOTTA

Murano Bulb - Hand-blown warm white dimmable light fixture lightbulb - CARLOTTA

By MARCANTONIO, Thomas Cooper Studio, Multiforme

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Blown glass body worked in rigamenà is decorated with evocative and original colours and shapes from the Murano craft tradition. The central body is encircled by sprinkling decoratio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes 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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage French Pair of Iron Lanterns
Vintage French Pair of Iron Lanterns

Vintage French Pair of Iron Lanterns

Located in New Orleans, LA

This pair of French iron lanterns exemplifies traditional European metalwork with a timeless silhouette and artisanal charm. Each lantern features a robust wrought iron frame with ...

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20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Iron

In Style of Fontana Arte Murano Smoked Glass Chandeliers
In Style of Fontana Arte Murano Smoked Glass Chandeliers

In Style of Fontana Arte Murano Smoked Glass Chandeliers

By Fontana Arte

Located in Roma, Lazio

Splendid Murano glass chandelier with a particular gradation of smoked color. Its design is also very particular round but composed of triangular handkerchiefs. The Murano furnaces c...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pale Amethyst Ribbed Glass Pendant Lights
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pale Amethyst Ribbed Glass Pendant Lights

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pale Amethyst Ribbed Glass Pendant Lights

Located in Nantucket, MA

A beautiful pair of pale amethyst, ribbed glass pendant lights. Brass light fixture, rewired for American use. 4' of brass chain and ceiling canopy inclu...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Antique Hanging Candle Lantern
Antique Hanging Candle Lantern

Antique Hanging Candle Lantern

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1920. We offer this beautiful Antique Hanging Candle Lantern. The Lantern includes a beautiful system where the chains run along rails so that the candles can be changed easily.

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1920s Mexican French Provincial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large Copper Ships Lantern
Large Copper Ships Lantern

Large Copper Ships Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Highly polished ships side light port lantern. Copper case with heavy brass handles, hinges, lens bezel and protective bar. Very large in size and quite heav...

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1940s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Lanterns, France
Pair of Lanterns, France

Pair of Lanterns, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

English Antique Brass Lantern
English Antique Brass Lantern

English Antique Brass Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Nice quality early 20th century English antique brass lantern. Circa 1920. A timeless and classic touch for a fine interior.

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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Moderne Italian Glass Light Fixture
Moderne Italian Glass Light Fixture

Moderne Italian Glass Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1960s Italian molded glass leaf pendant light fixture with 3 interior lights. Measurements: Height of body: 18.75" Diameter: 11".

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1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass, Glass

Art Deco Pendant with original antique glasses and original old opaline stones
Art Deco Pendant with original antique glasses and original old opaline stones

Art Deco Pendant with original antique glasses and original old opaline stones

Located in Wien, Au

Art Deco Pendant with original antique glasses and original old opaline stones vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Italian 19th/20th Century Renaissance Revival Gilt-Bronze & Seeded Glass Lantern
Italian 19th/20th Century Renaissance Revival Gilt-Bronze & Seeded Glass Lantern

Italian 19th/20th Century Renaissance Revival Gilt-Bronze & Seeded Glass Lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Large Italian 19th/20th Century Renaissance Revival Gilt-Bronze, Silvered Metal and Amber Seeded Glass Six-Light Hanging Lantern. The impressive gilt-bronze body with Doric style c...

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Early 1900s Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Beautiful Palatial Bronze Chandelier in the Shape of a Crown
Beautiful Palatial Bronze Chandelier in the Shape of a Crown

Beautiful Palatial Bronze Chandelier in the Shape of a Crown

Located in Antwerp, BE

A French midcentury crown-shaped bronze five-light chandelier. This elegant French chandelier from the beginning of the 20th century features an open circular base, which resembles ...

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Lanterns

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Bronze

Wonderful French Dore Bronze Rococo Louis XV Lantern Chandelier Pendent Fixture
Wonderful French Dore Bronze Rococo Louis XV Lantern Chandelier Pendent Fixture

Wonderful French Dore Bronze Rococo Louis XV Lantern Chandelier Pendent Fixture

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful French Dore Bronze Rococo Louis XV Style Inset With Glass Panels And A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Completely Rewired With New Sockets. This Lantern Fixture Comes With Cha...

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20th Century French Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Copper Lantern, England 1950
Copper Lantern, England 1950

Copper Lantern, England 1950

Located in Culver City, CA

England, 1950 Patinated copper hanging lantern with a cylindrical form, fitted with textured amber glass panels and suspended from its original chain. 12”dia x 24”h Ref. L5516_A $ 3,800

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1950s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern
Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern

Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern it has pebble glazed sides which are divided into smaller panes The lamp is wired for electricity and re...

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19th Century Bohemian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

1920s Handmade Brass, Bronze, Glass and Beaded Wirework, French Lantern
1920s Handmade Brass, Bronze, Glass and Beaded Wirework, French Lantern

1920s Handmade Brass, Bronze, Glass and Beaded Wirework, French Lantern

Located in Schoorl, NL

A beautiful handmade French lantern. The bronze and brass frame, crystal beads, twisted beaded wirework and it is decorated with Ormolu swags around the to...

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Early 20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Rattan Bell Pendants Lights / Hanging Lamps in White Patina, 1960
Pair of Rattan Bell Pendants Lights / Hanging Lamps in White Patina, 1960

Pair of Rattan Bell Pendants Lights / Hanging Lamps in White Patina, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

White Painted Rattan Bell Pendants / Lanterns, Pair __________________________________________________________ Spanish modernist rattan suspension lamps with bell shaped shades, Spai...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Pair of Large and Important Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Chandeliers
Pair of Large and Important Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Chandeliers

Pair of Large and Important Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Chandeliers

Located in New York, NY

A pair of large and important antique French Empire gilt bronze chandeliers, each of circular form with a white enamel central dish and multiple ormolu-mounted branches. The dishes a...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Arts & Crafts Brass & Cylindrical Glass Lantern / Pendant with Wavy Top
Stunning Arts & Crafts Brass & Cylindrical Glass Lantern / Pendant with Wavy Top

Stunning Arts & Crafts Brass & Cylindrical Glass Lantern / Pendant with Wavy Top

Located in Lisse, NL

Top quality handcrafted and large size entry-hall lantern with thick transparent glass. Finding the right light for your entry hall in this day and age certainly is not easy. Whenev...

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Wire

Large Satin Glass Three-Light Pendant  in the Style of Arredoluce, Italy, 1960s
Large Satin Glass Three-Light Pendant  in the Style of Arredoluce, Italy, 1960s

Large Satin Glass Three-Light Pendant in the Style of Arredoluce, Italy, 1960s

By Arredoluce

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Three-light ceili9ng light in the style of Arredoluce manufactured in Italy, circa 1960s. Large brushed satin glass diffuser, metal copper-plated mounts. It takes three E27 bulbs max...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Gilt Metal Light Fixture with Shade
Gilt Metal Light Fixture with Shade

Gilt Metal Light Fixture with Shade

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1930s French gilt metal light fixture with light and shade. Measurements: Height: 30" Diameter: 17.5"

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1930s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Six Sides Handcrafted Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lanter
Six Sides Handcrafted Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lanter

Six Sides Handcrafted Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lanter

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Elegant handcrafted lantern made of solid brass with great patina , six sides of glass. Electrified with Four - 40/watt lights, good for wet locations, could be used also as decorati...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

English Leaded Glass Lantern
English Leaded Glass Lantern

English Leaded Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920 English leaded glass lantern with 2 interior lights and swan motif. Measurements: Drop: 17.5" Diameter: 10.5" square

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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Spanish Handwoven Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant Light / Lantern
Spanish Handwoven Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant Light / Lantern

Spanish Handwoven Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant Light / Lantern

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large Globe Pendant Lamp, Wicker, Rattan Eye-catching handcrafted braided rattan / wicker pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s. This beautiful suspension lamp features a hand-woven wicker globe shaped lampshade. It hangs from a chain with rattan links ended by a brass canopy. The chain could be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area but also placed in any room. This pendant will add a fresh Midcentury accent in a beach house, countryside house or urban appartment. Newly wired. Measurements: Overall measures including chain and canopy: 36 cm diameter x 95 cm H 36 cm diameter x 33 cm Height (excluding the chain) In case that you are interested in a set of pendants: The pair of rattan globe pendant...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Cane

French Ivory Lantern
French Ivory Lantern

French Ivory Lantern

Located in Westwood, NJ

French Ivory lantern, based on a French design, the delicate hand-painted decoration on the slatted glass adds texture. The motif on the coronet is reflec...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Empire Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Lantern Pair of Ceiling Lamps Murano Mazzega Design 1970 White Transparent Glass
Lantern Pair of Ceiling Lamps Murano Mazzega Design 1970 White Transparent Glass

Lantern Pair of Ceiling Lamps Murano Mazzega Design 1970 White Transparent Glass

By Mazzega

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Lantern pair of ceiling lamps Murano Mazzega design 1970s white transparent glass. 1 light bulb E27 max 80 watt each.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Murano Glass

BEGA Path Lamp with Amber Bubble Glass, 60cm
BEGA Path Lamp with Amber Bubble Glass, 60cm

BEGA Path Lamp with Amber Bubble Glass, 60cm

Located in Mortsel, BE

Outdoor bollard light (or path lamp) was produced by the German manufacturer BEGA in the 1970s. As a compact version of the taller "Cone" street lamp, this fixture is designed for lo...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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.