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Lanterns For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Bronze, Ajedrez 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century French, Octagonal Black Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in London, GB
This is a very large black-painted wrought iron French lantern circa 1950s. The lantern holds 4 light fittings accessible through one of the facet-mounted door. The lantern is highly...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Cobalt Blue Murano Bubble Glass Cage Lantern
Located in Hanover, MA
A Venetian wire cage lantern of blown bubble glass in the rare color of cobalt blue. Can be used indoor or outdoor. Single standard Edison screw cap bu...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Wire
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Large 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Large 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed 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
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez 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
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Multi Color & Mint, Mouth Blown Glass Midcentury Venetian Murano Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Remarkable Murano light fixture with painter's pallete-like colors.
One of the reasons why we think we have the best job in the world is that we keep finding beautiful and all handc...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal
Louis SOGNOT Bamboo Pendant Lantern Chandelier, 1950s
By Primavera
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bamboo pendant lantern chandelier by Louis SOGNOT, France, 1950s. Bamboo, rattan and paper. Original faux woven wicker paper shade. Height: 5"(38cm), Diameter : 16.5"(42cm). Delivere...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Italian Flower Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian flower chandelier.
Diameter 50 cm.
Height fixture 60 cm.
Total height 70 cm.
Five E14 bulbs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Pair of Rattan Rope Large Drum Pendant Lights / Lanterns, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of handcrafted rattan drum shaped ceiling suspension lamps in rope and rattan. Spain, 1960s
This large artisan lanterns has an eye-catching design featuring a cylindrical structure made of rattan sticks wraped and detailed with jute rope. Combining Coastal style and Bohemian accents.
They hang from a chain with bamboo sticks alternating with rattan links ended by a wooden canopy. The length of the chain can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height.
These suspension lamps will add a fresh Mediterranean taste over a kitchen's table, dining area or bedroom at a beach or countryside house decoration.
Newly wired with an E27 bulb each.
On sale as a pair
Measurements: 42,5 cm diameter x 32 cm height (without the chain), 80 cm total height (including the chain and the canopy).
We are specialists in lighting: a curated selection of rattan and bamboo pendants is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace.
Spanish pendant light...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Rope
1970s Tall Hexagonal Brass and Curved Bevelled Glass Lantern, Swedish
Located in London, GB
Elevate your space with the timeless charm of our Tall Brass Frame Lantern, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. This lantern combines the warm radiance of brass with the ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Rattan Pendants, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of midcentury rattan pendants, Denmark, 1960s. These beautiful suspension lamps are handcrafted in rattan, lamp shade design with wood canopy. Each pendant with single brass bul...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouthblown Glass into a Wrought Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Superb condition and great color antique Murano pendant.
If you are looking for a truly handcrafted and stylish fixture to grace your living sp...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron, Brass
Arts & Crafts Bronze Brass & Cathedral Glass Hallway or Stable Lantern / Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Impressive and finer quality craftsmanship light fixture.
If you are a collector of rare and all-handcrafted art and antiques then this sizable and one of a kind pendant could be f...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Metal, Brass
3 Grandes Appliques GUZZINI 1976 Prix pour une applique
By Guzzini
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Ancien éclairage publique de la ville de Turin en Italie
Structure acier noir
fraîchement repeintes en matt
Globes en polypropylene fumé sans fissures, mais présentant quelques légè...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Paire d'appliques Arlus / Lunel 1955
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Paire d'appliques Françaises en laiton et opalines
1 paire blanche l'autre paire noire
Verres sans le moindre défaut
Laiton dans un état d'usure normal pour leur âge
Le support en b...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Brass and Beveled Glass Entry Hall Pendant / Light Fixture
By Adolf Loos
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful, unique and all-handcrafted Arts & Crafts pendant light.
If you are looking for a stylish and all-handcrafted pendant to grace your hallway or landing then this early 20th...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Made Italian Design Organic Bamboo & Woven Wicker Pendant Light 1960
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful design and natural materials only, hanging light fixture.
This bell shaped and all handcrafted from organic materials pendant is ideal for a Mid-Century Modern interior, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner Oil Ships Lamp Converted to Electric, 1930s
By Kosmos Brenner
Located in Verviers, BE
Style of Brenner Kosmos oil ships lamp
Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner oil converted to electric ceiling hanging lamp
Old oil lamp ship lamp Kosmos Brenner...
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1930s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Brass
"Celestia" Ceiling lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1980s
By Flos, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lasne, BE
Ceiling light in white linen fabric and aluminum. Stamped Flos. Wear due to time and age.
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Aluminum
French Pendant Light or Lantern in Rattan, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Modernist Rattan Pagoda Pendant Lamp or Lantern. France, 1950s.
This eye-catching rattan chandelier features a pagoda shape rattan hanging lamp with oriental inspired design. The lampshade is made of an intricate of rattan canes and it hangs from a chain made of round rattan links. Topped by a wooden canopy.
It has been carefully restored and newly wired with beige twisted cotton cloth electrical wire and an E27 bulb holder.
It will be a nice addition hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area. Perfect for a beach house, countryside house or urban appartment.
Overall Measurements (including the chain and the canopy): 84 cm H x 37 cm diameter
Body of the lamp: 28 cm H x 37 cm diameter
This ceiling lamp is from the period described. It has been carefully restored with traditional methods to preserve its original patina.
Rattan Pendant Lamp // Coastal Pendant // Rattan Suspension Light...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
Pair of Rattan Pagoda Pendant Lights or Lanterns, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of rattan suspension lamps / lanterns with oriental inspired design. France, 1960s
Eye-catching pair of rattan pagoda shaped rattan pendants. Entirely made by hand. Beautifully ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Wicker
Large French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
A large French six-light wrought iron chandelier. Beautifully crafted iron work and nice old patina.
More photos available upon request.
Measures: Diameter 80 cm.
Height 80 cm.
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron
Stylish Dutch Arts & Crafts Brass & Engraved Star Glass Lantern / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality and practical size, hallway lantern.
With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we are always happy to find a pendant, lantern or chandelier that we ha...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Francesco Rota Suspension Lamp 'Canopy' 422 White by Oluce
By Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Suspension lamp 'Canopy' 422 designed by Francesco Rota in 2010.
Suspension lamp giving indirect fluorescent light. Reflector and lampshade screen in lacquered metal white, or two-c...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Metal
French Midcentury-Modern Brass and Clear Glass Octagonal Hanging Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Midcentury-Modern brass and clear glass octagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1950s.
This adorable and compact vintage single-light pendant lantern features an octagonal br...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rattan Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool handcrafted rattan large ceiling pendant hanging light with chinoiserie accents, Spain, 1960s.
This large lantern has an eye-catching design featuring a semi-spherical rattan ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Paper
Rare turn of the century lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and rare turn of the century lantern, I have never seen such whimsical light,
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Highly Stylish Brass and Glass Arts & Crafts Pendant Light, 1910 Berlage Style
Located in Lisse, NL
Marvelous design and execution pendant light / lantern. In the manner of Hendrik Berlage.
If you are looking for a stylish and quality crafted light to grace your entry hall, landin...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Venini Pink and Ice Original Poliedri Chandelier by Carlo Scarpa, 1955
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Rome, IT
Fabulous original Venini Poliedri chandelier by Carlo Scarpa. Rare combination of light pink and Ice colored Murano glass.
Ivory p...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Rattan Globe Pendant Light or Lantern with Loop Details, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern rattan ball shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp. Spain, 1950s-1960s.
This suspension features a lampshade made of rattan canes with rattan undulating loop decor...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Paper
small Scandinavian style lantern, circa 1960 teak and molded glass
Located in Mouscron, WHT
small Scandinavian style lantern, circa 1960
teak and molded glass
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Glass, Teak
One of Two Italian Brass and Murano Glass Teardrop Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two Italian brass and Murano glass teardrop chandeliers.
Measure: Diameter 52 cm.
Height fixture 45 cm.
Total heigh...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Metal garden lamp from the 1960s
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
A very massive garden lamp in a traditional 60s design. The lamp is made of metal and coated with an ivory-colored paint, presumably the original paint. The lid is designed in the fo...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Frederick Ramond Mid-Century Smoked Glass & Chrome Swag / Pendant / Chandelier
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Frederick Ramond Mid-Century Smoked Glass & Chrome Hexagonal Lantern Swag / Pendant / chandelier
By Fredrick Ramond, a premier manufacturer of the era. This Is a dramatic mid c...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Chrome
Rare & Small Venetian Murano Pendant Mouth Blown Opalescent Glass in Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Small & brilliant Venetian pendant. Perfect blue opalescent glass in a forged wrought iron frame.
This small size antique Venetian pendant light is the only one we ever found with o...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Wrought Iron, Iron
Unique White & Black Alabaster Pendant Light Carved Leafs and Bunches of Grapes
Located in Lisse, NL
Great fine quality workmanship, Arts & Crafts era large chandelier with a unique alabaster shade and a perfect canopy.
Thanks to its good size, its unique hand carved design and sup...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze
Set of Three Rare Outdoor or Garden Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three exceptional Mid-Century Modern outdoor or garden lights in a lovely combination of red, yellow, green, white and black colors. Manufactured by Manufactured by Kaiser Leuchten, Germany, 1950s.
Executed in red, yellow, green and black lacquered metal and plexiglass shades. All lamps need E27 Edison screw fit bulbs, are with original wiring, in working condition and run both on 110/230 volt.
Measurements:
Two armed lamp...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal
24" Pendant Light in Handwoven Natural Rattan, Ventila Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 24".
It’s an interplay of textures...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Stunning Antique, Arts & Crafts Brass & Mouth Blown Art Glass Pendant / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Graceful and all handcrafted antique light fixture.
This early Arts & Crafts pendant has an aesthetic beauty that you don't find anymore in this day and age. It has the most pleasin...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Fontana Arte Pendant Murano Blue Glass Brass Lantern, Italy, 1950s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Rare, wonderful hand blown Murano turquoise art glass and brass pendant or lantern by Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950s. The pendant is in very good condition, no chips or crack, brass with...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Modernist 1950s Italian Red Lantern, Milk Glass & Brass
By Arredoluce, Stilnovo
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual midcentury pendant was designed and manufactured in Italy in the 1950s. It features a red crinkle lacquered shade, a white milk glass striped lamp shade and brass hardwa...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Brass
Handmade Glorious Antique Stained & Chunky Glass Arts & Crafts Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Very cool, inlaid 'chunky glass' light fixture from the early 1900s.
This great looking and intricate workmanship pendant from the earliest years of the 20th century is another one ...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Metal, Brass
Extra Large Art Deco Bronze & Beveled Glass 12 Angular Hallway Pendant, Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Large and all handcrafted Art Deco pendant with 12 thick transparent beveled glass window panels and dome top.
If you live in an early 1900s Arts and Crafts home or if you are a collector of unique and stylish home accessories from that era then this handcrafted light fixture could be perfect for you. This 3-light Arts and Crafts pendant with its incredibly stylish and fine finishing has the most beautiful shape and patina. Besides beautifully designed and perfectly handmade it also is in very good condition. The handcrafted bronze combined with the beautiful and beveled glass panels make this an absolute joy to own and look at, both with the light switched on and off. This stunning pendant too is professionally rewired for safe and immediate usage in the USA as well.
This classy and timeless pendant with its marvelous patina can be used and enjoyed in all sorts of rooms and interiors, but to us this is the ideal entry hall, landing or stairwell pendant...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Banded Stone Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass by Siemon & Salazar - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Born from a love of color, these striking pieces draw inspiration from the rich hues and undulating topography of Southern California. Alternating layers of opaque and transparent co...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Banded Amber Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Born from a love of color, these striking pieces draw inspiration from the rich hues and undulating topography of Southern California. Alternating layers of opaque and transparent co...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Pair of Crystal Rod and Brass Chandelier or Lantern by Gaetano Sciolari, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of midcentury Gaetano Sciolari clears glass rod modernist chandeliers with brass frame.
Each with 20 E 14 light bulbs creates a fabulous light effect.
Excellent vintage cond...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, 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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