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Lanterns For Sale
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

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

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

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

Lattimo Large Teardrop 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

Pair of French Brass Lanterns
Pair of French Brass Lanterns

Pair of French Brass Lanterns

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant and timeless, this pair of French brass lanterns brings classic continental charm to any interior or covered outdoor space. Each lantern f...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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

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

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

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

Set of Swedish Glass Fixtures. Sold individually.
Set of Swedish Glass Fixtures. Sold individually.

Set of Swedish Glass Fixtures. Sold individually.

Located in New York, NY

A set of five circa 1960s midcentury Swedish lantern-shaped molded glass fixtures with interior lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Height:...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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

1940s Extraordinary Two-Light Glass and Brass Pendant by Fontana Arte
1940s Extraordinary Two-Light Glass and Brass Pendant by Fontana Arte

1940s Extraordinary Two-Light Glass and Brass Pendant by Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in Schoorl, NL

Very unique 1940s lantern by Fontana Arte attributed to Pietro Chiesa. Consists of two cut semi-circular glass panels and a brass frame.

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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern 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

Aladdin Stylish Handmade Blue Ceramic Turkish Oil Lamp
Aladdin Stylish Handmade Blue Ceramic Turkish Oil Lamp

Aladdin Stylish Handmade Blue Ceramic Turkish Oil Lamp

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Aladdin style handmade turquoise blue ceramic Turkish oil lamp, hurricane oil lamp lantern. This vintage oil lamp has a pottery base that evokes an Al...

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Late 20th Century Turkish Islamic Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Antique French Handcrafted Wrought Iron Glass Street Lantern
Antique French Handcrafted Wrought Iron Glass Street Lantern

Antique French Handcrafted Wrought Iron Glass Street Lantern

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Antique handcrafted wrought iron street lantern with original off-white paint, France, late 19th century. The shaped crown top is leading down to a...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wonderful Louis XVI Leaf Swag Large Gold Gilt Lantern Light Fixture Seeded Glass
Wonderful Louis XVI Leaf Swag Large Gold Gilt Lantern Light Fixture Seeded Glass

Wonderful Louis XVI Leaf Swag Large Gold Gilt Lantern Light Fixture Seeded Glass

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Louis XVI Style Adorned With Leafs & Swags, Large Gold Gilt Lantern Light Fixture Having Seeded Glass Panels. On The Interior 12 Candelabra Light Center Shaft That Has Be...

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20th Century Italian Louis XVI Lanterns

Materials

Metal

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 Pagoda shaped French lantern in golden metal from the 1970s
Large Pagoda shaped French lantern in golden metal from the 1970s

Large Pagoda shaped French lantern in golden metal from the 1970s

Located in Roma, RM

Large Pagoda-shaped lantern made in France in the 1970s with internal mirror base. It can be used both as a ceiling and table lamp. Dimensions: 90 H x 50 D cm

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1970s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Set of Italian Etched and Frosted Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Set of Italian Etched and Frosted Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually

Set of Italian Etched and Frosted Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A set of five Italian etched glass lanterns with nickel plated fitting and three interior lights. Sold Individually. Measurements: Diameter 14" Minimum drop 27".

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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Nickel

A 1960's Spanish Green & Clear Glass Lantern
A 1960's Spanish Green & Clear Glass Lantern

A 1960's Spanish Green & Clear Glass Lantern

Located in London, GB

A large and striking Spanish lantern, dating to circa 1960, featuring a combination of green and clear glass panels set within a decorative pierced metal base and top. The intricate ...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Lanterns

Materials

Glass

French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze & Molded Glass 16 Light Plafonnier Chandelier
French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze & Molded Glass 16 Light Plafonnier Chandelier

French Belle Époque Gilt-Bronze & Molded Glass 16 Light Plafonnier Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A large and impressive French Belle Époque gilt-bronze and molded glass sixteen-light plafonnier chandelier. The large ovoid pierced gilt-bronze frame surmounted with eight pairs of ...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Set of 3 English Etched Glass Lanterns, sold individually
Set of 3 English Etched Glass Lanterns, sold individually

Set of 3 English Etched Glass Lanterns, sold individually

Located in New York, NY

A set of etched glass lantern circa 1910 with criss cross pattern, three interior candelabra lights. Original smoke bell. Priced individually. Measures: 10" diameter, 23.5" drop.

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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Boho Chic Moroccan Style Brass Wall Sconce or Lantern, a Pair
Boho Chic Moroccan Style Brass Wall Sconce or Lantern, a Pair

Boho Chic Moroccan Style Brass Wall Sconce or Lantern, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

A stylish pair of Boho Chic Moroccan style sconces or wall lanterns. The wall sconces are finely handmade of high quality brass featuring a large floral design in the center and geom...

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Late 20th Century Bohemian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century English Regency Octagonal Lantern in Brass & Art Glass
Mid-Century English Regency Octagonal Lantern in Brass & Art Glass

Mid-Century English Regency Octagonal Lantern in Brass & Art Glass

Located in Queens, NY

English Regency style (20th Century) octagonal lantern with fleur-de-lis motif and dome like top having with a decorated frame of brass and patinated lead, and white art-glass panels

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Ceramics Pendants in Earth Colored Glazing, 1960s, Denmark
Scandinavian Modern Ceramics Pendants in Earth Colored Glazing, 1960s, Denmark

Scandinavian Modern Ceramics Pendants in Earth Colored Glazing, 1960s, Denmark

By Søholm Stentøj, Noomi Backhausen

Located in Odense, DK

Stunning pair of handmade ceramics "Bell" pendants in earth colored glazing and rope. Made in Denmark in the 1960s. The pendants can be height adjusted via the canopy. In the style o...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

Brutalist Concrete Candle Lantern, White
Brutalist Concrete Candle Lantern, White

Brutalist Concrete Candle Lantern, White

By Christopher Norberg

Located in Camp Meeker, CA

Cast concrete with semigloss finish. Fits a 3" diameter candle up to 6" tall. Candle not included. Small batches, with limited quantities available. Chris has recently shifte...

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2010s American Brutalist Lanterns

Materials

Concrete

An Arts & Crafts copper lantern with a flaring hat & the original Vaseline shade
An Arts & Crafts copper lantern with a flaring hat & the original Vaseline shade

An Arts & Crafts copper lantern with a flaring hat & the original Vaseline shade

Located in London, GB

An Arts and Crafts copper lantern with a flaring hat and the original Vaseline shade. We have original brass chain to hang this at any height.

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Modern Italian Aquamarine Crystal Murano Glass Tall Brass Lantern / Chandelier
Modern Italian Aquamarine Crystal Murano Glass Tall Brass Lantern / Chandelier

Modern Italian Aquamarine Crystal Murano Glass Tall Brass Lantern / Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary Italian Art Deco design huge round pendant chandelier, entirely handcrafted. This light fixture is composed of a handmade brass structure supporting textured frosted Mur...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Gilded Crystal Chandelier
Vintage Gilded Crystal Chandelier

Vintage Gilded Crystal Chandelier

$1,960Sale Price|30% Off

Vintage Gilded Crystal Chandelier

Located in Sheffield, MA

A French, circa 1930s 5-arm gilt metal chandelier with crystal faceted decoration and green glass ball pendants. The size lends itself for a hallway, bathroom, dressing room chandeli...

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Early 20th Century French Rococo Revival Lanterns

Materials

Crystal

Large Vintage Stained Glass Lantern / Chandelier
Large Vintage Stained Glass Lantern / Chandelier

Large Vintage Stained Glass Lantern / Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Very large vintage hexagonal shaped lantern chandelier with carved wooden frame inset with stained glass panels in green, red, violet and amber colors, featuring lion masks at the co...

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20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

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 French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Wonderful French Bronze Crystal Neoclassical Empire Ormolu Lantern Chandelier
Wonderful French Bronze Crystal Neoclassical Empire Ormolu Lantern Chandelier

Wonderful French Bronze Crystal Neoclassical Empire Ormolu Lantern Chandelier

By Baccarat

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French bronze and diamond cut crystal neoclassical or Empire ormolu-mounted Lantern chandelier with three candelabra lights. In the manner of Baccarat. Measures: 21" H x...

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1930s French Neoclassical Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

A Fine Louis Xvi Style Hall Lantern
A Fine Louis Xvi Style Hall Lantern

A Fine Louis Xvi Style Hall Lantern

Located in Steyning, West sussex

The gilt lacquered metalwork of elaborate asymmetrical design mounting a flat diamond cut glass urn.

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20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Spanish 1910s Bronze and Glass Hexagonal Lantern with Three Lights and Volutes
Spanish 1910s Bronze and Glass Hexagonal Lantern with Three Lights and Volutes

Spanish 1910s Bronze and Glass Hexagonal Lantern with Three Lights and Volutes

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish hexagonal bronze lantern from the early 20th century, similar to the style of the Plaza de España built for the great exhibition of 1929. Created in Spain during the early years of the 20th century, this bronze lantern features an hexagonal tapering body with glass panels, topped with volutes converging towards the canopy. Made in a style that will be showcased a couple of decades later in the Plaza de España built for the exhibition of 1929, the lantern presents three lights connected to a central shaft. Professionally rewired for the US, this Spanish bronze lantern...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Art Deco Lantern, Circa 1920-30s
Bronze Art Deco Lantern, Circa 1920-30s

Bronze Art Deco Lantern, Circa 1920-30s

Located in South Salem, NY

This Art Deco bronze lantern has strong geometric lines, floral corner motifs, and a naturally aged verdigris patina. The scale and craftsmanship make it a striking architectural fea...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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

Antique candle lantern in blue glass and brass, electrified, Austria 1890s
Antique candle lantern in blue glass and brass, electrified, Austria 1890s

Antique candle lantern in blue glass and brass, electrified, Austria 1890s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking late 19th century hanging lantern, distinguished by its richly textured turquoise glass reservoir and ornate gilt brass framework. The hand-...

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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Italian Vintage Lantern in Crystal Cut Glass and Brass, 1950s
Italian Vintage Lantern in Crystal Cut Glass and Brass, 1950s

Italian Vintage Lantern in Crystal Cut Glass and Brass, 1950s

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Gorgeous pendant lamp or lantern made of beautifully cut glass and brass details. Made in Italy in the 1950s. Perfect for a small room, bathroom or an entryway. The cut glass is m...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

German Vintage Glass and Brass Lantern Pendant Light Chandelier 1960s
German Vintage Glass and Brass Lantern Pendant Light Chandelier 1960s

German Vintage Glass and Brass Lantern Pendant Light Chandelier 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

A beautiful glass and brass lantern/ceiling light. Germany, 1960s. Measures: (min.) Height of the body: 14.8 in (37,5 cm). The total height of the light can be customized by us to su...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Octagon Shaped Chandelier or Pendant, a Pair
Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Octagon Shaped Chandelier or Pendant, a Pair

Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Octagon Shaped Chandelier or Pendant, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

A pair of Art Deco style chandeliers, pendants or lanterns. Featuring a stylish octagonal shape, the chandeliers or pendants are finely hand-made of individual sandblasted frosted mi...

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20th Century Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Red Glass and Gilt Bronze Light Shade
Red Glass and Gilt Bronze Light Shade

Red Glass and Gilt Bronze Light Shade

Located in London, GB

A gilt bronze hanging light with dimpled red glass. Measures: Height when hanging: 34 inches - 86 cm. (Chains can be reduced).  

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Ubud Teak Led Outdoor Lantern
Ubud Teak Led Outdoor Lantern

Ubud Teak Led Outdoor Lantern

Located in Paris, FR

Lantern Ubud Teak Led outdoor with all structure in teak in natural finish, with genuine leather handle. With solar and mains power rechargable LED light unit. With remote control...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Lanterns

Materials

Leather, Teak

Murano Midcentury Blown Smoked Glass Italian Lanterns, 2000
Murano Midcentury Blown Smoked Glass Italian Lanterns, 2000

Murano Midcentury Blown Smoked Glass Italian Lanterns, 2000

Located in Roma, Lazio

Precious Murano blown glass lanterns, its colors are unique ranging from smoked color to black through red one. It is very elegant and refined objects, it can be placed in several pl...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Port & Starboard Ship Lanterns with Fresnel Lenses, NY, Circa 1900
Pair of Brass Port & Starboard Ship Lanterns with Fresnel Lenses, NY, Circa 1900

Pair of Brass Port & Starboard Ship Lanterns with Fresnel Lenses, NY, Circa 1900

By Perko Co.

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American brass port and starboard ship lanterns with flanking ringed vented domes, hinged doors, rear mounting brackets, and original colored red & blue Fresnel lenses. Lante...

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Early 1900s American American Empire Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel

Neoclassic Leaded Glass Lantern
Neoclassic Leaded Glass Lantern

Neoclassic Leaded Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

An American leaded glass light fixture with finely cast details on body, circa 1910. Measurements: Diameter: 17" Height: 21"

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1910s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass

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

Mercury Glass Bell Jar Hurricane Lantern
Mercury Glass Bell Jar Hurricane Lantern

Mercury Glass Bell Jar Hurricane Lantern

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of mercury glass bell jar pendant, with embossed brass details. Made to order. Sold individually. Antique silver finish on glass may present variat...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Silver, Brass

Hand-Crafted Moroccan Hurricane Candle Lantern in Moorish Style
Hand-Crafted Moroccan Hurricane Candle Lantern in Moorish Style

Hand-Crafted Moroccan Hurricane Candle Lantern in Moorish Style

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Outdoor Moroccan hurricane metal candle lantern. Moroccan Moorish metal candle lantern. Hurricane candle lamp handcrafted in Morocco by artisans, me...

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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Metal

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

English Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns
English Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns

English Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns

Located in Norwell, MA

Polished copper and brass ships lanterns by English maker. Red and green glass lenses. Original oil burners. Meticulously polished and lacqured. Vented tops with brass carry handles....

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1930s European Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

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.