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High Quality Wrought Iron 5 Panel 5 Light Glazed Chandelier Lantern
High Quality Wrought Iron 5 Panel 5 Light Glazed Chandelier Lantern

High Quality Wrought Iron 5 Panel 5 Light Glazed Chandelier Lantern

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

1 of 4 listed separately. Gilt metal. 5 glass panels. 5 candlestick lights. 44 1/2" h x 25 1/2" w x 25 1/2" d. Condition Scratches. Gilt loss. Oxidation. We recommend all lighting ...

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Early 2000s European French Provincial Lanterns

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Wrought Iron

Brass and Beveled Glass Hexagonal Italian Chandelier After Adolf Loos, 1950s
Brass and Beveled Glass Hexagonal Italian Chandelier After Adolf Loos, 1950s

Brass and Beveled Glass Hexagonal Italian Chandelier After Adolf Loos, 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Superb brass and bevelled glass hexagonal chandelier. This amazing pendant light was designed in Italy and inspired by the work of Adolf Loos during the 1950s. This piece is fanta...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Metal

Italian Mid Century Glass Pendant Light Fitting from Veca C1970
Italian Mid Century Glass Pendant Light Fitting from Veca C1970

Italian Mid Century Glass Pendant Light Fitting from Veca C1970

By VECA

Located in Trensacq, FR

Veca glass pendant light, Mid-Century Italy, C1970 Iconic Mid-century ceiling light from Italian lighting manufacturer Veca. Sixteen alternating, smoked black and transparent glass, ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Chrome

Large Arts & Crafts era Jugendstil Brass and Copper Pendant Light, Lantern
Large Arts & Crafts era Jugendstil Brass and Copper Pendant Light, Lantern

Large Arts & Crafts era Jugendstil Brass and Copper Pendant Light, Lantern

Located in Lisse, NL

Large and stylish Jugendstil pendant with original, curved glass panels. This stunning design is all handcrafted and in good condition. If you love the Jugendstil / Arts and Crafts...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Satellite Murano Glass Metal Chrome Pendant Lightning by Reggiani, Italy, 1970s
Satellite Murano Glass Metal Chrome Pendant Lightning by Reggiani, Italy, 1970s

Satellite Murano Glass Metal Chrome Pendant Lightning by Reggiani, Italy, 1970s

By Reggiani

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Mid-Century Modern Space Age satellite UFO ceiling pendant lightning lamp chandelier with white opaline Murano glass and metal chrome by the italian designer editor Reggiani. Famous ...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 12 Amber Glass Lanterns
Set of 12 Amber Glass Lanterns

Set of 12 Amber Glass Lanterns

Located in New York, NY

Set of four, circa 1920s Italian etched amber glass lanterns. Measure: 24.5" current drop 11" diameter 14" min. drop.

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Early 20th Century Italian Lanterns

Lattimo Large Barrel Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order
Lattimo Large Barrel Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order

Lattimo Large Barrel Pendant Light, Hand Blown Glass - Made to Order

By Siemon & Salazar

Located in Aliso Viejo, CA

A variation on the banded line, these pieces focus on their forms rather than the juxtaposition of colors. The name refers to the Italian technique of lattimo or milk glass. Two opaq...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Cut Glass Ceiling Light, circa 1940
Cut Glass Ceiling Light, circa 1940

Cut Glass Ceiling Light, circa 1940

Located in Vienna, AT

Rare Art Deco ceiling light from the 1930-1940s. Intricately detailed brass hardware and a rare acorn-shaped blown glass diffuser, which has a satin finish on the bottom with cut dec...

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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp Doo-Wop Chrome by Louis Poulsen
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp Doo-Wop Chrome by Louis Poulsen

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pendant Lamp Doo-Wop Chrome by Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian pendant lamp Doo-Wop chrome by Louis Poulsen. Original edition. Originally introduced in the 1950s. Was designed in close cooperation between the Navy...

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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Blown Glass Lantern
Italian Blown Glass Lantern

Italian Blown Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1960's Italian blown glass oversized lanterns 4 interior lights. Measurements: Drop: 46" Diameter: 18"

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1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and beaded glass Circular Chandelier
Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and beaded glass Circular Chandelier

Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and beaded glass Circular Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A spectacular and large Hollywood Regency gilt bronze and beaded glass circular chandelier. The chandelier is structured in a rounded basket form, suspended by four linked gilt bronz...

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Crystal Six-Light Chandelier
Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Crystal Six-Light Chandelier

Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted Cut Crystal Six-Light Chandelier

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Art Deco burnished brass chandelier surrounded by six curved lamp arms with large frosted cut crystal globes, France, 1920-1929. Overall height 38" / 96.5 cm, adjustable height by ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Set of Three Handmade "Clown" Ceramic Wall Sconces from the Italian, 1950s
Set of Three Handmade "Clown" Ceramic Wall Sconces from the Italian, 1950s

Set of Three Handmade "Clown" Ceramic Wall Sconces from the Italian, 1950s

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Set of three handmade ceramic wall sconces from the Italian, 1950s. Each clown has a different face with different facial expressions and is dressed differently. The sconces are ne...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Bespoke Italian Black & Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Pendant Big Globe Light
Bespoke Italian Black & Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Pendant Big Globe Light

Bespoke Italian Black & Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Pendant Big Globe 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 handcrafted in Italy, here with brass hardware, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Leaded Glass Gilt Lanterns, Sold Individually
Pair of Leaded Glass Gilt Lanterns, Sold Individually

Pair of Leaded Glass Gilt Lanterns, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1940's French gilt metal lanterns with leaded glass insets. Sold individually. Measurements: Height: 19" Diameter: 9.75".  

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1940s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Bronze Lantern with Beveled Glass
Bronze Lantern with Beveled Glass

Bronze Lantern with Beveled Glass

Located in New Orleans, LA

Fine Antique Bronze Lantern with Beveled Glass, Circa 1910-1920.

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2010s Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

An Early 20th Century Art Deco Silvered Bronze Alabaster Six-Light Chandelier
An Early 20th Century Art Deco Silvered Bronze Alabaster Six-Light Chandelier

An Early 20th Century Art Deco Silvered Bronze Alabaster Six-Light Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A French early 20th century Art Deco and silvered bronze carved veined ivory-colored alabaster six-light chandelier. The carved circular alabaster plafonnier with a floral apron and surmounted with ram-heads, all above a banded frame with six alabaster lights supported by silver plated peacock...

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Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Lanterns

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Midcentury Stilnovo Lantern Brass & Red Lacquered Shade, 1950s, Italy
Midcentury Stilnovo Lantern Brass & Red Lacquered Shade, 1950s, Italy

Midcentury Stilnovo Lantern Brass & Red Lacquered Shade, 1950s, Italy

By Stilnovo

Located in Biebergemund, Hessen

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern lantern manufactured by Stilnovo in 1950s. This lamp is a striking appearance in any room. Due to the sublime combination of opal glass, brass and red wrinkle lacquered shade...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Opal, Brass

Custom Pagoda-Shaped Faux-Tortoise Fixture
Custom Pagoda-Shaped Faux-Tortoise Fixture

Custom Pagoda-Shaped Faux-Tortoise Fixture

Located in New York, NY

Custom pagoda-shaped faux-tortoise fixture. This fixture is customizable to your specifications with a lead time of 8-10 weeks.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Metal

French 19th/20th Century Belle Époque Gilt & Patinated Bronze Cherub Chandelier
French 19th/20th Century Belle Époque Gilt & Patinated Bronze Cherub Chandelier

French 19th/20th Century Belle Époque Gilt & Patinated Bronze Cherub Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine and Rare Whimsical French 19th/20th century Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze and Patinated Bronze Figural Seven-Light Chandelier. The with frosted glass flame shades centered with a f...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Murano Blown Cascading Leaf Lantern, 1940’s
Murano Blown Cascading Leaf Lantern, 1940’s

Murano Blown Cascading Leaf Lantern, 1940’s

Located in Westport, CT

12 lovely angled and arched clear blown textured tendrils envelope its white blown tapered body upheld with its original metal and wood frame and hanging from a clear blown torchon s...

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20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Decorative French Gilt Brass Lantern Pendant Light
Decorative French Gilt Brass Lantern Pendant Light

Decorative French Gilt Brass Lantern Pendant Light

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Decorative French Gilt Brass Lantern Pendant Light A superb quality brass lantern, the light has 6 glass panels each etched with a star at the centre. The Lamp is decorated in the F...

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1920s Rococo Revival Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Moroccan Lantern w/ Amber Glass Panels
Vintage Moroccan Lantern w/ Amber Glass Panels

Vintage Moroccan Lantern w/ Amber Glass Panels

Located in Pasadena, CA

WARM SPARKLING LIGHT! We are loving this lovely handmade intricately cutout vintage brass hanging Moroccan lantern. It is accented with rich amber glass  panels and suspended by 3 d...

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20th Century Islamic Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Russian Neoclassical Ormolu, Cut Crystal and Amber Glass Chandelier
Rare Antique Russian Neoclassical Ormolu, Cut Crystal and Amber Glass Chandelier

Rare Antique Russian Neoclassical Ormolu, Cut Crystal and Amber Glass Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A rare and superb antique Russian Neoclassical gilt bronze and amber glass chandelier. The chandelier features a six-arm structure composed of scrolling branches, each terminating in...

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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Jacques Adnet Style Largest Size Sconces Lantern Wall Lamps France 1960, Pair
Jacques Adnet Style Largest Size Sconces Lantern Wall Lamps France 1960, Pair

Jacques Adnet Style Largest Size Sconces Lantern Wall Lamps France 1960, Pair

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Jacques Adnet style sconces, wall lights, lantern lamps in brass, etched glass and gun metal, this is the largest size, measures 31 inches height. In perfect working condit...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel

18th/19th Century Cranberry and Glass Lantern with Gilt Metal and Cut Glass
18th/19th Century Cranberry and Glass Lantern with Gilt Metal and Cut Glass

18th/19th Century Cranberry and Glass Lantern with Gilt Metal and Cut Glass

Located in Stamford, CT

A large cranberry glass and gilt metal lantern / chandelier composed of late 18th century and early 19th century parts. Having been in its current at least since 1969. Acquired from Denton-Grant, 1969. Christies - Collection of Anthony Hail...

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian Mid-Century Bronze Lantern with Flowers and Garlands, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Bronze Lantern with Flowers and Garlands, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Bronze Lantern with Flowers and Garlands, 1950s

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Beautiful Italian lantern made of heavy strong bronze with flower decors and garlands of the 1950s. With original canopy also made of bronze. The original glasses are in excellent ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Wooden Interior Hanging Lantern with Amber Glass, Early 20th Century
Wooden Interior Hanging Lantern with Amber Glass, Early 20th Century

Wooden Interior Hanging Lantern with Amber Glass, Early 20th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

European interior hanging lantern dating from the early 20th century, constructed in wood and finished with a dark patinated surface. The lantern is fitted with amber textured glass ...

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20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Wood

Large Dark Red Painted Metal & Glass Candle Holder Lantern
Large Dark Red Painted Metal & Glass Candle Holder Lantern

Large Dark Red Painted Metal & Glass Candle Holder Lantern

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Large impressive dark red painted metal lantern with 8 pieces of glass, meant to house a chunky candle. Has handle for hanging, or looks great as a tabletop accessory. Could be el...

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1970s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

English Brass Hexagon Decorative Dome and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern, Circa 1830
English Brass Hexagon Decorative Dome and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern, Circa 1830

English Brass Hexagon Decorative Dome and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern, Circa 1830

Located in Charleston, SC

English brass hexagon hanging hall lantern with a decorative centered ring over Prince of Wales plumes, bulbous chased pierced dome with a filigree border, single hinged locking door...

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1830s English George IV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Iron

Patinated Bronze English Lantern
Patinated Bronze English Lantern

Patinated Bronze English Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's English patinated bronze lantern with etched glass and 3 lights. Measurements: Drop: 29" Diameter: 18"

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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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

19th Century French Metal & Glass Lantern ca. 1850
19th Century French Metal & Glass Lantern ca. 1850

19th Century French Metal & Glass Lantern ca. 1850

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th Century French Metal & Glass Lantern ca. 1850

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19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal

19th Century German “Magic Lantern” Image Projector with Brass Lens
19th Century German “Magic Lantern” Image Projector with Brass Lens

19th Century German “Magic Lantern” Image Projector with Brass Lens

Located in Middleburg, VA

A captivating piece of pre-cinema history, this 19th-century German "magic lantern" image projector is an evocative relic from the dawn of visual storytelling. Crafted circa 1890, th...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Metal, Steel, Iron, Sheet Metal, Tin

Large Swedish Neoclassic Lantern
Large Swedish Neoclassic Lantern

Large Swedish Neoclassic Lantern

Located in Westwood, NJ

The large neoclassic style five-light brass hall lantern with 18th century style embellishments. The leaf tip crown above scrolling supports and a hexagonal frame decorated with bowk...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical 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

Materials

Brass

PAIR 1920s French Regency style Gilt Bronze Crystal Beaded Lantern Attrib Bagues
PAIR 1920s French Regency style Gilt Bronze Crystal Beaded Lantern Attrib Bagues

PAIR 1920s French Regency style Gilt Bronze Crystal Beaded Lantern Attrib Bagues

By Maison Baguès

Located in Opa Locka, FL

PAIR French 1920's Regency style Gilt Bronze Crystal "Weave" Hanging Lantern. Heavy very high quality. This pair has 3 lights each. Floral detail on bronze. Rare to have a pair of th...

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1920s French Regency Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

FLOS Romeo Outdoor C3 Light in Panama by Philippe Starck
FLOS Romeo Outdoor C3 Light in Panama by Philippe Starck

FLOS Romeo Outdoor C3 Light in Panama by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Part of the Romeo family by artist Philippe Starck, the Romeo Outdoor C3 moves the eye upwards with a balanced refinement. The outer diffuser is made by weaving colored PVC tube comp...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Venetian Caged Lantern in Blown Murano Glass, 1980s
Venetian Caged Lantern in Blown Murano Glass, 1980s

Venetian Caged Lantern in Blown Murano Glass, 1980s

Located in Palermo, IT

Venetian caged lantern in blown Murano glass, 1980s Metal frame. Intact and in good condition, E27 bulb. Diameter: approximately 35 cm. Height of the lantern alone: ​​50 cm (95 cm in...

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1980s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

French 19th Century Antler Chandelier
French 19th Century Antler Chandelier

French 19th Century Antler Chandelier

Located in Sheffield, MA

One of two similar antler chandelier. Beautiful and rustic 19th century French antler horn hanging lighting.

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19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Antler

Two Porcelain Pendant Lights
Two Porcelain Pendant Lights

Two Porcelain Pendant Lights

Located in Antwerp, BE

Two porcelain and black metal pendant lights or lanterns. Measures: Diameter 42 cm. Height fixture 53 cm. Total height with the chain 73 ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair of Silver Plated Light Fixtures. Sold Individually.
Pair of Silver Plated Light Fixtures. Sold Individually.

Pair of Silver Plated Light Fixtures. Sold Individually.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1940's French silver-plated light fixture with molded glass leaves and flowers and four interior lights. Priced and Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 17" Mi...

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1940s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Moroccan Square Tole and Clear Glass Candle Lantern
Moroccan Square Tole and Clear Glass Candle Lantern

Moroccan Square Tole and Clear Glass Candle Lantern

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Small handcrafted Moroccan clear glass lantern adorned with open metal work Moorish filigree design. Hurricane tole candle lamp with open metal work d...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Crackled glass mid-century lantern with gridded pattern, France, 1950s
Crackled glass mid-century lantern with gridded pattern, France, 1950s

Crackled glass mid-century lantern with gridded pattern, France, 1950s

Located in Lyon, FR

Cute mid-century glass lantern made in France, with a crackled effet on glass and an adorable gridded pattern painted in red. Brushed steel finishes. Overall good condition, light t...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Antique/Vintage Copper French Hanging Lantern
Antique/Vintage Copper French Hanging Lantern

Antique/Vintage Copper French Hanging Lantern

Located in Sheffield, MA

This Louis XV, Rococo style 3 light hanging lantern is typical of the period adorned with acanthus leaves and spiral decorations makes this lantern especially charming for any decor....

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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Lanterns

Materials

Copper

L/101 Oil Lamp in Brass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s
L/101 Oil Lamp in Brass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s

L/101 Oil Lamp in Brass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Scandinavian L/101 Oil- or Petroleum Light in brass. A nice example of Jakobsson's L-101 Model Oil Lamp with its original dark yellow/ochre glass shade. The manufacturer's sticker i...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Arts & Crafts Brass Hall Lantern, Hammered Finish, UK, 1920, Rewired
Arts & Crafts Brass Hall Lantern, Hammered Finish, UK, 1920, Rewired

Arts & Crafts Brass Hall Lantern, Hammered Finish, UK, 1920, Rewired

Located in Lincoln, GB

Arts & Crafts Brass Hall Lantern, a four-sided fixture that seamlessly blends functionality with artistic design. Crafted from hammered brass, this lantern showcases a unique te...

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20th Century British Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large 1950s Italian Vintage Crystal Brass Fourteen-Light Chandelier
Large 1950s Italian Vintage Crystal Brass Fourteen-Light Chandelier

Large 1950s Italian Vintage Crystal Brass Fourteen-Light Chandelier

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A very large vintage crystal and brass chandelier, Italy, 1950-1959. With crystal drops and crystal balls - impressive lighting effect. Number of lights: Fourteen E14 light bulb soc...

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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.