Lanterns
Mid-19th Century French Art Deco Antique Lanterns
Bronze
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Chrome, Nickel, Steel
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Blown Glass
Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Lanterns
Copper
Late 20th Century Art Deco Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1970s French Rococo Vintage Lanterns
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Lanterns
Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
1940s Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Murano Glass
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass
2010s Austrian Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Lanterns
Giltwood
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Art Glass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Crystal, Brass
20th Century Art Deco Lanterns
Bronze
18th Century English Rococo Antique Lanterns
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Nickel, Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Silver, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Crystal, Brass
Early 20th Century Spanish Rococo Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Lanterns
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Metal, Silver Leaf, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Iron, Bronze
2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Metal, Brass, Silver Leaf
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Iron
20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Nickel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1980s European Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1990s Moroccan Art Deco Lanterns
Metal
1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns
Metal
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Murano Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
1990s Art Deco Lanterns
Metal
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
1930s Canadian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Lanterns
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns
Glass
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Metal, Wrought Iron
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Crystal, Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Metal
1930s Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Iron
1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns
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.