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Fine Pair of Belle Époque Neoclassical Style Gilt-Metal and Cut-Glass Lanterns
Fine Pair of Belle Époque Neoclassical Style Gilt-Metal and Cut-Glass Lanterns

Fine Pair of Belle Époque Neoclassical Style Gilt-Metal and Cut-Glass Lanterns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine pair of French 19th-20th century Belle Époque neoclassical style gilt-metal and cut-molded-glass hanging lanterns. The single-light scrolled finely chased gilt-metal body with...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Narrow Chinese Blackwood Lantern, circa 1900
Narrow Chinese Blackwood Lantern, circa 1900

Narrow Chinese Blackwood Lantern, circa 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Framed in blackwood, this 19th century square lantern casts a soft glow through frosted glass. Displaying the refined simplicity found in furniture of the same era, the lantern illum...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Lanterns

Materials

Hardwood, Glass

Large 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandelier Gilt
Large 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandelier Gilt

Large 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandelier Gilt

Located in Essex, MA

19th century Italian neoclassical giltwood and crystal chandelier Urn form body issuing 12 arms original crystals Neoclassical Can be French wired at customer's request.

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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

French Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze & Blown Cut-Glass 7-Light Figural Chandelier
French Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze & Blown Cut-Glass 7-Light Figural Chandelier

French Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze & Blown Cut-Glass 7-Light Figural Chandelier

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A French Louis XVI style gilt-bronze and blown cut-glass seven-light figural chandelier in the manner of Baccarat. The elongated gilt-bronze body surmounted with acanthus and leaf de...

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Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Iron and Glass Lantern Pendant
Iron and Glass Lantern Pendant

Iron and Glass Lantern Pendant

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Simple and elegant iron and glass pendants. Glass globe shaped as an octagon with inlaid iron with in clear glass. Oil rub bronze hardware. Newly re-wired. One available.

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20th Century Austrian Lanterns

English 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Lantern, Attributed to Lenygon
English 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Lantern, Attributed to Lenygon

English 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Lantern, Attributed to Lenygon

By Lenygon & Co. 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An English 19th-20th century neoclassical style figural hexagonal three-light gilt bronze lantern with figures of bearded male caryatids and winged gargoyles, every other glass panel centered with an edged glass starburst, possibly supplied by Lenygon & Co, London, circa 1900. The firm of Lenygon & Company was located at 31 Old Burlington Street, London. It was founded in the early 1900s and had an important clientele including the Earl of Pembroke...

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Early 1900s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Fine Antique French Baguès Style Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier
Fine Antique French Baguès Style Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier

Fine Antique French Baguès Style Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in New York, NY

An unusual and delicate antique French chandelier in the Baguès style, composed of gilt bronze and rock crystal. The chandelier is arranged with a central stem from which radiate eig...

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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Pair of 18th Century Venetian Painted and Gilt Tole Lanterns
Pair of 18th Century Venetian Painted and Gilt Tole Lanterns

Pair of 18th Century Venetian Painted and Gilt Tole Lanterns

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very decorative pair of 18th century Venetian painted and gilt tole lanterns. The pair with a bottom gilt ball leads to 'S' scrolled green leaves with red tips. The hexagonally sha...

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18th Century Italian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wood

Pair of American Nickel Silver & Brass Coach Lanterns with Beveled Glass, C 1840
Pair of American Nickel Silver & Brass Coach Lanterns with Beveled Glass, C 1840

Pair of American Nickel Silver & Brass Coach Lanterns with Beveled Glass, C 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American nickel silver and brass enameled iron coach lanterns with the original circular and side lamp beveled glass. Lanterns are candle powered but can be converted to elec...

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1840s American American Empire Antique Lanterns

Materials

Silver, Brass, Iron, Nickel

Antique Fine Gold Bronze Hall Lantern, circa 1890-1910
Antique Fine Gold Bronze Hall Lantern, circa 1890-1910

Antique Fine Gold Bronze Hall Lantern, circa 1890-1910

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique fine gold bronze hall lantern, circa 1890-1910. LAN127.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Elegant French 1930's lantern
Elegant French 1930's lantern

Elegant French 1930's lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very unusual lantern, it is quite different , to have light inside and outside, it is made of brass, so it could be by the beach or a lake

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1930s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Chrome Fixture by Forecast Lighting
Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Chrome Fixture by Forecast Lighting

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Chrome Fixture by Forecast Lighting

By Forecast Lighting

Located in Atlanta, GA

Great quality midcentury light fixture by Forecast Lighting having a tubular pendant with hidden downward facing light and six lights around the perimeter framed by metal orbs. The f...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Chrome

Brass and Golden Murano Glass Lantern
Brass and Golden Murano Glass Lantern

Brass and Golden Murano Glass Lantern

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Circular brass lantern with golden smokey Murano glass slabs. Price displayed per piece

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Rococò Style Gilt Bronze Lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
French Rococò Style Gilt Bronze Lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi

French Rococò Style Gilt Bronze Lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi

By Gherardo Degli Albizzi

Located in Florence, Tuscany

This finely chiseled French Rococo style gilt bronze lantern by Gherardo Degli Albizzi has six-light and it shows classical features of that period such acanthus leaves and vegetal d...

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2010s Italian Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Style Louis XV Lantern with Six Lights in antique bronze finish
18th Century Style Louis XV Lantern with Six Lights in antique bronze finish

18th Century Style Louis XV Lantern with Six Lights in antique bronze finish

By OMBRES ET FACETTES

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF

This eight-sided lantern is a reinterpretation of the domestic models that were very popular in the mid-18th century. Indeed, reserved for a utilitarian use under Louis XIV, the lant...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Rare Set of Five Lanterns

Rare Set of Five Lanterns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

We have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights use the contact dealer button to ask us, we might h...

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1940s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Belle Epoque Brass Tapered Hex Lantern
Belle Epoque Brass Tapered Hex Lantern

Belle Epoque Brass Tapered Hex Lantern

Located in San Francisco, CA

An elegantly decorative six-panel, 3-light glass and brass lantern. French origin - Belle Époque style. Each glass panel topped in an amazingly shaped brass frame with an even more w...

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1920s French Belle Époque Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Very Large Aqua Fume Murano Pendant
Very Large Aqua Fume Murano Pendant

Very Large Aqua Fume Murano Pendant

Located in Westport, CT

unique large blown jar style pendant/ lantern in a ever changing aqua fume color speckled with gold and silver mica to create an organic modern effect Hardware in a rustic dark antiq...

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

A Fine Antique French Neoclassical Style Carved Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier
A Fine Antique French Neoclassical Style Carved Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier

A Fine Antique French Neoclassical Style Carved Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A fine antique French neoclassical style carved alabaster and bronze chandelier. The chandelier is composed of a carved alabaster bowl-form body suspended from a series of patinated ...

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Lanterns

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Vintage Boho Pierced Metal Moroccan Lantern
Vintage Boho Pierced Metal Moroccan Lantern

Vintage Boho Pierced Metal Moroccan Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your home with the exotic allure of this stunning vintage Moroccan lantern. Handcrafted from silver-toned metal, the entire body is meticulously pierced and chased with intric...

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Rustic Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Mosque Lamp In Glass And Bronze, 20th Century
Mosque Lamp In Glass And Bronze, 20th Century

Mosque Lamp In Glass And Bronze, 20th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Very decorative mosque lamp in opalescent glass painted in green-blue and gold tones The frame and chains are in bronze Originally a small oil lamp was p...

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20th Century Unknown Islamic Lanterns

Materials

Glass

19th Century Italian Antique Scrolled Iron Lantern
19th Century Italian Antique Scrolled Iron Lantern

19th Century Italian Antique Scrolled Iron Lantern

Located in New Orleans, LA

This striking 19th-century Italian lantern features beautifully executed scrolled ironwork, with sinuous curves and elaborated scroll motifs characteristic of period iron artisanship...

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19th Century Italian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Wired Empire Hanging Oil Lamps, French 19th Century
Pair of Wired Empire Hanging Oil Lamps, French 19th Century

Pair of Wired Empire Hanging Oil Lamps, French 19th Century

Located in New Orleans, LA

This pair of French bronze hanging oil lamps dates back to the 19th century and suspend from beautifully elaborate heavy chain. The crown resembles a gothic revival sunburst, connecting to the lamp in three positions. The lamp itself features detailed casting with scroll work and patterned embellishments, a handle, top, and two arms. It has been fully converted to electricity. Each piece in our shop is professionally rewired and in working order. Each chandelier and lantern comes with a vintage canopy...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Solid Brass Beacon Light
Solid Brass Beacon Light

Solid Brass Beacon Light

Located in Norwell, MA

Brass beacon light that has been meticulously polished and lacquered. Fitted with two Fresnel lenses. The smooth brass glows with the lacquer finish. Wire...

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1950s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Murano Glass Pendant Lantern Light Fixture
Mid Century Murano Glass Pendant Lantern Light Fixture

Mid Century Murano Glass Pendant Lantern Light Fixture

Located in San Francisco, CA

A Venetian white and blue cased glass pendant shape light fixture. Italy, circa 1960's. Newly re-wired, comes with 27 inches of chain and canopy. We can shorten the chain length to b...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Pair of Large Antique Japanese Gilt Copper Lanterns
Pair of Large Antique Japanese Gilt Copper Lanterns

Pair of Large Antique Japanese Gilt Copper Lanterns

Located in New York, NY

A exquisite pair of large and unique antique Japanese octagonal form reticulated gilt copper lanterns. These large antique Japanese gilt copper lanter...

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20th Century Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Three French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Floor Lamps Attributed to Raymond Subes
Three French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Floor Lamps Attributed to Raymond Subes

Three French Mid-Century Wrought Iron Floor Lamps Attributed to Raymond Subes

By Raymond Subes

Located in New York, NY

Three elegant French Art Deco standing lamps attributed to Raymond Subes and composed of elegant hand-hammered wrought iron with molded and satinized glass shades. Available indi...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Lantern
Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Lantern

Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Lantern

Located in London, GB

A Fine Louis XV style gilt-bronze lantern, late 19th century, French, in the Rococo manner, with serpentine glazed panels and four-light suspended chandelier within, re-wired and PAT...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Ormolu

Early 20th Century Art Deco Large Modernist Bronze Pedestal Pendant Lantern
Early 20th Century Art Deco Large Modernist Bronze Pedestal Pendant Lantern

Early 20th Century Art Deco Large Modernist Bronze Pedestal Pendant Lantern

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A striking and unusual cast bronze pendant, the central column has six arms that contain elongated bulbs with collars at either end. The pendants has its original opaline bulbs but...

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Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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$2,750

Lantern

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal Hexagonal Lantern. Simple with Elegant Quality. 3 lights. France, circa 1920 Dimensions: Height 22" Diameter 12" CW5425

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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Brass Ships Onion Lantern
Brass Ships Onion Lantern

Brass Ships Onion Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass Perkins eight-inch onion lamp with red lens. Highly polished. Oil burner with wick, tank, and glass chimney. Nice unit. Highly polished finish. ...

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1950s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Solid Brass Lights from a Boat
Pair of Solid Brass Lights from a Boat

Pair of Solid Brass Lights from a Boat

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of lacquered yacht lanterns with Fresnel glass lenses. Each with a brass "bow light" badge. With hoop carry handle and flange mounting brackets. Hinged ...

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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

34" Handwoven Black Rattan Pendant Light, Brushed Nickel, Ventila Collection
34" Handwoven Black Rattan Pendant Light, Brushed Nickel, Ventila Collection

34" Handwoven Black Rattan Pendant Light, Brushed Nickel, 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: 34". It’s an interplay of textures...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Rattan

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen
Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis Poulsen, outdoor wall lamp in black by Poul Henningsen Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 283 x 239 x 336, 2.4 kg Material: Shades and arm in black lacquered stainless stee...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency Painted Swag Lantern
Vintage Regency Painted Swag Lantern

Vintage Regency Painted Swag Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Make a dramatic statement with this Vintage Regency Painted Swag Lantern, a charming fusion of theatrical design and old-world craftsmanship. This electri...

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Mid-20th Century American Regency Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Paint

Rare Antique Gadget Cane Concealed Oil Lamp Lantern Walking Stick
Rare Antique Gadget Cane Concealed Oil Lamp Lantern Walking Stick

Rare Antique Gadget Cane Concealed Oil Lamp Lantern Walking Stick

Located in Shippensburg, PA

UNUSUAL RARE GADGET CANE WITH A CONCEALED LANTERN OVER CARVED WALKING STICK Probably English, circa late 19th century 28 1/2" H; shaft is roughly 3/4" diameter A rather rare gadge...

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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Nickel

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern
French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern

Located in Buisson, FR

Very rare metal lantern, France, circa 1750- 1850. Weathered, small losses and some old repairs. Lantern can be opened on one side. Glass of later date. H:40,5cm W:26,5cm D:12cm

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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical Brass and Glass Lantern Pendant, 20th Century Design
Neoclassical Brass and Glass Lantern Pendant, 20th Century Design

Neoclassical Brass and Glass Lantern Pendant, 20th Century Design

Located in PARIS, FR

20th Century Brass And Glass Lantern Pendant Neoclassical Pendant Lamp in Brass and Glass Admire this remarkably fine neoclassical pendant light, a centerpiece that combines the gra...

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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Circular Crystal Light Fixture
Circular Crystal Light Fixture

Circular Crystal Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1950's Italian bronze and crystal light fixture with interior light. Measurements: Minimum drop: 12" Diameter: 11".

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1950s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Crystal

Very Large Early 20th Century Neo Classic Bronze Chandelier Lantern
Very Large Early 20th Century Neo Classic Bronze Chandelier Lantern

Very Large Early 20th Century Neo Classic Bronze Chandelier Lantern

Located in Toledo, OH

A large heavy bronze cylindrical lantern. This fixture is 40" tall by 18" in diameter. Inside the cylinder are 9 candle lights. There are seven of these available. These were obta...

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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Lantern with Crystals
French Gilt Bronze Lantern with Crystals

French Gilt Bronze Lantern with Crystals

Located in Pembroke, MA

French Louis XV style gilt bronze lantern with crystals, electrified with three lights. The shape is pentagonal, with one side that opens for cha...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Stacked Bamboo Lantern Lamps - A Pair
Vintage Stacked Bamboo Lantern Lamps - A Pair

Vintage Stacked Bamboo Lantern Lamps - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This pair of vintage lantern lamps exudes an effortless Boho Chic and Tropical vibe, perfect for creating a warm, ambient glow in any space. Meticulously crafted from stacked horizon...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Space Age Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Antique English Amber Lantern
Antique English Amber Lantern

Antique English Amber Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1900 English patinated bronze glass lantern with 3 interior lights. Measurements: Drop: 30" Diameter: 13".

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Early 1900s English Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Italian Brass Lantern Hanging Light
Vintage Italian Brass Lantern Hanging Light

Vintage Italian Brass Lantern Hanging Light

Located in North Miami, FL

Beautiful original brass patina is rich and appropriately aged. Glass panels and simple decorative flourishes. Dimensions: with chain to canopy, 48 inches long to base, 12 x 12 w...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Midcentury Brass and Glass Hexagonal Three-Light Hall Lanterns
Pair of English Midcentury Brass and Glass Hexagonal Three-Light Hall Lanterns

Pair of English Midcentury Brass and Glass Hexagonal Three-Light Hall Lanterns

Located in Atlanta, GA

A handsome pair of English mid-20th-century brass and glass hanging hall lanterns, designed in a restrained Georgian Revival taste. Each lantern features a tall hexagonal brass frame...

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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Antique Moorish Pierced Brass and Stained Glass Hanging Lamp, Lantern
Antique Moorish Pierced Brass and Stained Glass Hanging Lamp, Lantern

Antique Moorish Pierced Brass and Stained Glass Hanging Lamp, Lantern

Located in Bochum, NRW

Vintage Moroccan pendant light. Newly rewired, and in very good condition with age appropriate patina. Original chains. Uses one single standard bulb E26/E27. Made of metal with cut...

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Early 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Gilded Lantern Light - 3-Arms w/ Tassels & Ribbons
French Gilded Lantern Light - 3-Arms w/ Tassels & Ribbons

French Gilded Lantern Light - 3-Arms w/ Tassels & Ribbons

Located in New York, NY

Bronze gold gilded, three light, 20th C., lantern light with canopy. It is adorned with a series of chain swags with molded tassels and ribbons decorating the cylinder glass. The bot...

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20th Century French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Glass Lantern
Vintage Glass Lantern

Vintage Glass Lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A blown glass lantern with metal band and glass garlands.

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1950s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Large Wrought Iron French Arts and Crafts Hall Lantern
Large Wrought Iron French Arts and Crafts Hall Lantern

Large Wrought Iron French Arts and Crafts Hall Lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Wrought Iron French Arts and Crafts Hall Lantern This is a very large Hallway or Porch Lantern it has 5 sides, at the top it is decorated with iron curls This is a large and v...

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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Mahogany Nameboard Rainbow
Mahogany Nameboard Rainbow

Mahogany Nameboard Rainbow

Located in Norwell, MA

Deeply carved mahogany name board with "Rainbow" in gold paint and fitted with a solid brass antique ship's lantern. Electrified. Dimensions" 42" L x 6" W x ...

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20th Century Lanterns

1970s Pair of Metal Lanterns with Carved Crystals
1970s Pair of Metal Lanterns with Carved Crystals

1970s Pair of Metal Lanterns with Carved Crystals

Located in Marbella, ES

1970s pair of metal lanterns with carved crystals.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Punch Cut Lantern
Vintage Punch Cut Lantern

Vintage Punch Cut Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This magnificent vintage lantern is a striking example of Moorish architectural design, featuring an intricate punch-cut geometric pattern that captures the essence of Moroccan craft...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Antique Russian Neoclassical Balloon Form Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Antique Russian Neoclassical Balloon Form Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier

Antique Russian Neoclassical Balloon Form Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

An Antique Russian Neoclassical Balloon Form Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier of Superb Design and Craftsmanship. The chandelier features a monumental cage-like structure compo...

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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

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.