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Vintage Boho Moorish Lanterns After Addison Mizner - a Pair
Vintage Boho Moorish Lanterns After Addison Mizner - a Pair

Vintage Boho Moorish Lanterns After Addison Mizner - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Illuminate your space with the exotic charm of these Vintage Boho Moorish Lanterns, inspired by Addison Mizner. This pair of American-style lanterns features intricate metalwork and ...

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Mid-20th Century American Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Classic Style Lantern , Bronze Finish , English style , Beveled Glass
Classic Style Lantern , Bronze Finish , English style , Beveled Glass

Classic Style Lantern , Bronze Finish , English style , Beveled Glass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A good size Lantern made for a Lighting Designer in Los Angeles . All metal body metal finished in a Bronze Finish . Has a Ceiling Canopy of 6" dia . Total drop from Canopy to botto...

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1990s American French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Large Gilded Iron Lantern, Louis XV Style, France, Circa 1900
Large Gilded Iron Lantern, Louis XV Style, France, Circa 1900

Large Gilded Iron Lantern, Louis XV Style, France, Circa 1900

Located in Montreal, QC

Very large hand-wrought Iron Louis XV style lantern with a two-tier gilded iron twelve-light interior chandelier encased by four large beveled glass panes and four corner angled bev...

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19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Italian Green Art Glass Lantern
Italian Green Art Glass Lantern

Italian Green Art Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1960's Italian glass lantern. Measurements: Height of body: 12.5" Current drop: 18.5" Length: 6" Width: 4"

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1960s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern
Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern

Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern

Located in Long Island City, NY

An Exceptional Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Palatial Eight Light Lantern The large and important frame designed with a crowned top with acanthus leaves and berries, the body surrounded by wreaths and garlands with flowers and foliage that are finished on both sides, the inside with eight tiered lights each with spiral arms. This unique bronze lantern is the largest and most important lantern...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern with Scalloped Roof
David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern with Scalloped Roof

David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern with Scalloped Roof

By David Duncan

Located in New York, NY

A brass Georgian Styled lantern with fishscaled roof made by David Duncan Studio. This fixture is suspended from chain and canopy with intricate rope-like design. Consists of 10 sock...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Moroccan Brass Filagree Dome Lantern
Vintage Boho Moroccan Brass Filagree Dome Lantern

Vintage Boho Moroccan Brass Filagree Dome Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Transport your space to an exotic, faraway bazaar with this enchanting vintage Moroccan-style hanging lantern. Meticulously handcrafted, this large dome pendant features incredibly i...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Green Lantern Fixtures, Sold Individually
Pair of Vintage Green Lantern Fixtures, Sold Individually

Pair of Vintage Green Lantern Fixtures, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1960's Moroccan green and frosted glass light fixtures with an interior light. Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 16" Drop: 24"  (adjustable)

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1960s Moroccan Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

1900 Style Lantern, circa 1930-1950
1900 Style Lantern, circa 1930-1950

1900 Style Lantern, circa 1930-1950

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1900 style lantern, circa 1930-1950.

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Mid-20th Century European Art Nouveau Lanterns

Materials

Metal

French Belle Epoch Silver over Bronze Lantern
French Belle Epoch Silver over Bronze Lantern

French Belle Epoch Silver over Bronze Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Outstanding French belle epoch silver over bronze lantern. circa 1890. The chandelier has been professionally rewired, comes with matching chain and canopy. It is ready to hang!

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1890s Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

French Rococo Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light Superb quality brass lantern
French Rococo Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light Superb quality brass lantern

French Rococo Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light Superb quality brass lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Rococo Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light A superb quality brass lantern, the light is circular and decorated in the French style with scrolls and leaves and it hangs on a d...

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1920s Rococo Revival Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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

Antique 19th Century French Dore Bronze and Glass Figural Seven-Light Lantern
Antique 19th Century French Dore Bronze and Glass Figural Seven-Light Lantern

Antique 19th Century French Dore Bronze and Glass Figural Seven-Light Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A fabulous antique 19th century Louis XVI style French dore bronze and glass figural seven-light lantern. Beautifully cast, hand-chassed and hand-chiseled with the finest quality of ...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Modern Murano Glass Lantern
Modern Murano Glass Lantern

Modern Murano Glass Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorative modern Murano glass lantern. Beautiful textured Murano glass in a brass base. Adds a real touch of elegance!

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

19th Century Bronze Hall Lantern with Greek Key and Flame Finial
19th Century Bronze Hall Lantern with Greek Key and Flame Finial

19th Century Bronze Hall Lantern with Greek Key and Flame Finial

Located in Richmond, VA

Incredible quality 19th century bronze neoclassical style hall lantern with Greek key motif border and bottom finial of a flame.

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19th Century Unknown Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional Wrought Iron Castle Lantern circa 1930 Very Nice Work of Ironwork
Exceptional Wrought Iron Castle Lantern circa 1930 Very Nice Work of Ironwork

Exceptional Wrought Iron Castle Lantern circa 1930 Very Nice Work of Ironwork

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Exceptional wrought iron castle lantern circa 1930 Very nice work of ironwork and bolts Provenance chateau in the center of France.

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1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique English Solid Brass Gas-Light Era Lantern, circa 1890
Antique English Solid Brass Gas-Light Era Lantern, circa 1890

Antique English Solid Brass Gas-Light Era Lantern, circa 1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English solid brass gas-light era lantern, circa 1890. LAN009.

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Late 19th Century English Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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

Patinated Brass Pierced Lantern
Patinated Brass Pierced Lantern

Patinated Brass Pierced Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1900 Turkish pierced patinated brass lantern with original etched glass insets in red, blue and green colors. Interior Edison light. M...

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Early 1900s Turkish Other Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A11680"
Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A11680"

Copper Ship's Masthead Lantern by Meteorite "A11680"

By Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid copper and brass ships masthead lantern by the venerable English firm Meteorite. With brass makers badge and serial number. Interior has been fitted with an electric socket but...

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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Century Verdigris Wrought Iron Lantern
Early 20th Century Verdigris Wrought Iron Lantern

Early 20th Century Verdigris Wrought Iron Lantern

Located in London, GB

France, Early 20th Century An evocative piece of early 20th-century decorative ironwork, this vintage hanging lantern captures the spirit of Mediterranean villa architecture and Eur...

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Early 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

An Antique French Gilt Bronze Louis XV Style Rococo Lantern
An Antique French Gilt Bronze Louis XV Style Rococo Lantern

An Antique French Gilt Bronze Louis XV Style Rococo Lantern

Located in London, GB

A Large antique French Louis XV style gilt bronze Rococo lantern with six cut bevelled glass panels, an ornate canopy of scrolled acanthus and foliate. The glass panels framed with C...

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1890s French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

19thc French Empire Green Art Glass Lantern Intricately Patterned
19thc French Empire Green Art Glass Lantern Intricately Patterned

19thc French Empire Green Art Glass Lantern Intricately Patterned

Located in Opa Locka, FL

19thc French Empire Intricately Patterned Green Art Glass Lantern with Bronze Element. Lovely antique lantern which will arrive newly electrified and with 15 inches of chain and ceil...

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1880s French Empire Antique Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Large Late 20th Century Beveled Glass and Brass Framed Pendant / Lantern Lamp
Large Late 20th Century Beveled Glass and Brass Framed Pendant / Lantern Lamp

Large Late 20th Century Beveled Glass and Brass Framed Pendant / Lantern Lamp

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful design and large size Eastern light fixture. From a home with several rare light fixtures from different eras we also acquired this extraordinary size and shape pendant....

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1990s Unknown Islamic Lanterns

Materials

Brass

PETITE FRITURE Quasar, Outdoor Portable Lamp, Emerald Green, Designer Samy Rio
PETITE FRITURE Quasar, Outdoor Portable Lamp, Emerald Green, Designer Samy Rio

PETITE FRITURE Quasar, Outdoor Portable Lamp, Emerald Green, Designer Samy Rio

Located in New York, NY

A portable lamp, Samy Rio's Quasar can follow you wherever you wish. This sleek, modern, unique portable lamp is the result of two years of research that gave birth to what is a quir...

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2010s Chinese Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Brown Murano Blown Glass Lantern

Brown Murano Blown Glass Lantern

Located in Marseille, FR

Murano blown glass lantern in brown color with four candles, height 55 cm, diameter 30 cm Additional information: Style: 1940s to 1960s Artist...

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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Large French Wrought Iron Lantern
Large French Wrought Iron Lantern

Large French Wrought Iron Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Large scale decorative wrought iron lantern from France. Pretty pattern including leaves and flowers. Very nice!!

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20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Louis XIV Style ‘Versailles’ Lantern
Large Louis XIV Style ‘Versailles’ Lantern

Large Louis XIV Style ‘Versailles’ Lantern

Located in London, GB

A very large Louis XIV style ‘Versailles’ lantern, a twentieth century model of the original created for the Château de Versailles, with three light...

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20th Century European Louis XIV Lanterns

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Antique Lantern Black Iron
19th Century French Antique Lantern Black Iron

19th Century French Antique Lantern Black Iron

Located in New Orleans, LA

This authentic 19th century French lantern is a striking example of timeless European craftsmanship. Hand-forged from black iron, it features a beautifully aged patina that reflects ...

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19th Century French Rustic Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Antique French Bronze Lantern
Antique French Bronze Lantern

Antique French Bronze Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920s French patinated bronze lantern with original patina. Measurements: Diameter 9.5" Minimum drop 25"

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1920s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White
Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White

Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White

Located in South Burlington, VT

Light house lovers delight- first we've seen- complete with attached entry house, tall 18 Inch height. Weighs in at 10 pounds. Original hand painted colors of red, white, blue, and...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Gilt Hanging Lantern with Ceiling Escutcheon
Gilt Hanging Lantern with Ceiling Escutcheon

Gilt Hanging Lantern with Ceiling Escutcheon

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Large antique Louis XV style glass hanging lantern with ceiling escutcheon, gilt metal, and glass. The lantern takes three candelabra bulbs. The dro...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Metal

7 Ciel Chandelier by Ludovic Clément d'Armont
7 Ciel Chandelier by Ludovic Clément d'Armont

7 Ciel Chandelier by Ludovic Clément d'Armont

By Ludovic Clément d’Armont

Located in Geneve, CH

7 Ciel chandelier by Ludovic Clément d'Armont Every creation of Ludovic Clément d’Armont can be made to order in any requested dimensions. Please contact us for custom made creations. 2020 Materials: Polished brass, canopy, blown glass, LEDs Dimensions: diameter 55 x 100 cm After the lights evoking the Stars, the Moon and Planets, Semeur d’étoiles (Star Sower) wanted to propose a sky evocating piece. Thus, this chandelier consists of glassware reproducing a cloudy sky. Ciel (Sky) glassware can also be mounted differently: table lamp, mobile chandeliers, necklace chandelier. This is only an example. We manufacture bespoke chandeliers: size, quantity, finishes, light, textures. Ludovic Clément d’Armont is the creator of Semeur d’étoiles. That is the continuation of a family tradition of centuries of gentle glassmakers, painters, carpenters and artists. Both an engineer and an artist, he combines creative emotions with optical, electronic, thermal, environmental, electrical, chemical, color, energy, mechanical and medical considerations. His pleasure is do discuss with you to achieve the ideal piece. Ludovic presents his approach: “First, the simplicity of my work is based on a fundamental thought, nature and science are similar. My creative process marks the identity of mathematics and nature, the selective experimentation of the nature and human research lead to the same decisions. «That is why, analysis and experimentation mingle in my creation. Because the intelligence of nature is the long time of his experiments, just like that of man is the number of its research. The aesthetic result aims to illustrate and proclaim this, in a dreamy and amazed shout, showing the fusion of sciences and life. The place of man inside the Universe is thus clear: humanism becomes the demonstrated organization of society.» Semeur d’étoiles designs and manufactures lighting artworks: sculptures, chandeliers, lighting walls and ceilings Eco-friendly design is our DNA embarrassed by prestigious clients such as Vincent Darré, Bismut & Bismut, LVMH and State of Craft. Our signature is a soothing French Art de...

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2010s French Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian 18th Century Tuscan St. Giltwood Lanterns, circa 1750
Pair of Italian 18th Century Tuscan St. Giltwood Lanterns, circa 1750

Pair of Italian 18th Century Tuscan St. Giltwood Lanterns, circa 1750

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and large scale pair of Italian 18th century Tuscan St. giltwood hurricane lanterns, circa 1750. Each lantern is raised by handsome richly carved paw feet below the sq...

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18th Century Italian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Midcentury French Louis XV Iron and Crystal Pendants Four-Light Ceiling Lantern
Midcentury French Louis XV Iron and Crystal Pendants Four-Light Ceiling Lantern

Midcentury French Louis XV Iron and Crystal Pendants Four-Light Ceiling Lantern

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in France circa 1970, and square in shape, the lantern built of iron is decorated throughout with colorful crystal pendants, including bunch of grapes motifs. The tall lantern features a scrolled top, and is decorated with a pierced ornate body embellished with acanthus leaf and floral motifs. The fixture has four inside lights newly wired and dressed with decorative sleeve covers. The Gothic style ceiling light is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a wonderful patinated bronze painted finish with some gilt accents. Hang this elegant and colorful lantern...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Set of Vintage Italian Lanterns, Sold Individually
Set of Vintage Italian Lanterns, Sold Individually

Set of Vintage Italian Lanterns, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

A set of 6 patinated circa 1960's Italian brass lanterns. Sold individually. Measurements: Minimum drop: 13" Current drop: 18" Diameter: 8"

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1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern
19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern

19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Glass Important Pendant Lantern

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century french Neoclassical gilt bronze and glass very important large pendant lantern By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass, crystal Technique: cast, mo...

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1880s French Neoclassical Antique Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin

Rattan Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s
Rattan Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

Rattan Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan lantern or pendant ceiling lamp, Italy, 1960s. This cool suspension lamp features a rattan structure with vertical canes accented wit...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Wire

Large Rattan Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant / Hanging Light, Patinated in White
Large Rattan Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant / Hanging Light, Patinated in White

Large Rattan Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant / Hanging Light, Patinated in White

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rattan and Wicker wire pagoda shaped pendant or chandelier in white patina. France, 1960s. This midcentury suspension lamp features a large wicker weave conical lampshade with bamboo...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Wire

French Brass Antique Twin Light Hall Lantern
French Brass Antique Twin Light Hall Lantern

French Brass Antique Twin Light Hall Lantern

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

An attractive French brass lantern suspended from its original chain and ceiling fixture, leading down to central twin candle lights. This is surrounded by a single convex clear g...

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1930s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Sexy Modern Light Design and Signed by Fredrick Ramond with an Art Deco Feeling
Sexy Modern Light Design and Signed by Fredrick Ramond with an Art Deco Feeling

Sexy Modern Light Design and Signed by Fredrick Ramond with an Art Deco Feeling

By Fredrick Ramond

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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1980s American Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Japanese Bronze Lantern, Early 20th Century
Japanese Bronze Lantern, Early 20th Century

Japanese Bronze Lantern, Early 20th Century

Located in Marseille, FR

Japanese bronze lantern from the early 20th century, height dimension with chain 90 cm for a diameter of 34 cm. Additional information: Material: copper & brass, metal & wrought ...

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Early 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Art Moderne Green Glass Lanterns, a Pair
Art Moderne Green Glass Lanterns, a Pair

Art Moderne Green Glass Lanterns, a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of Art Moderne glass lanterns, circa 1940s. Kelly green ribbed glass lanterns are secured with cast metal caps and switch on with pull chains from below. Lanterns hang with ac...

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1940s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

French Molded Glass Lantern
French Molded Glass Lantern

French Molded Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1940's French molded glass lantern with interior light and bronze details. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop: 16" (minimum) ...

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1940s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Large French Wrought Iron and Mica Church Lantern, 19th Century
Large French Wrought Iron and Mica Church Lantern, 19th Century

Large French Wrought Iron and Mica Church Lantern, 19th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large wrought iron hanging church lantern with cast zinc leaf ornaments and mica panels. France, 19th Century Recently re-wired and fully restored. ...

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19th Century French Other Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Railroad Lantern
Railroad Lantern

Railroad Lantern

Located in Greenwich, CT

A rustic black painted tin hanging lantern having a body of four rectangular glazed sides with protective crossed wire guards and a top cylindrical chimney with a hanging loop. Wire...

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Early 20th Century English Rustic Lanterns

Materials

Tin

Spanish Revival Curly Iron Lantern with Smokey Gray Glass Panels
Spanish Revival Curly Iron Lantern with Smokey Gray Glass Panels

Spanish Revival Curly Iron Lantern with Smokey Gray Glass Panels

Located in Malibu, CA

Spanish Revival or Gothic-style hand-forged wrought iron lantern pendant. It features ornate scrollwork with a dark gray industrial finish. There are custom glass panels in smokey gr...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Iron

18th Century Italian Carved and Gilt Wood Chandelier
18th Century Italian Carved and Gilt Wood Chandelier

18th Century Italian Carved and Gilt Wood Chandelier

Located in Essex, MA

Period 18th century Italian carved and giltwood chandelier with six wrought iron arms. Intricately carved and giltwood canopy with wrought iron extension chain and carved and parcel ...

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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Bronze Hallway Lantern Lamp
Antique Bronze Hallway Lantern Lamp

Antique Bronze Hallway Lantern Lamp

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

An elegant antique lantern / hallway lamp. The crown-shaped fixture is made entirely of cast bronze. The lampshade is made of molded glass, with floral m...

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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Castle-Worthy Candelabra
20th Century Castle-Worthy Candelabra

20th Century Castle-Worthy Candelabra

Located in Berlin, DE

Castle-Worthy monumental candelabra. Highly valuable, carved beechwood, inlaid and gilded. Multi structured in detail, finely carved pillar-shaf...

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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Wood, Beech

Antique Baguès French Louis XVI St Gilt Bronze and Cut Rock Crystal Chandelier
Antique Baguès French Louis XVI St Gilt Bronze and Cut Rock Crystal Chandelier

Antique Baguès French Louis XVI St Gilt Bronze and Cut Rock Crystal Chandelier

By Maison Baguès

Located in New York, NY

A superb antique French Louis XVI style chandelier attributed to Baguès, composed of gilt bronze and cut rock crystal. The chandelier is arranged in a tiered form with scrolling gilt...

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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Large English Lantern
Large English Lantern

Large English Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A large etched glass lantern with criss cross pattern. Being wired with a cluster of 4 candelabra lights. Measurements: Glass size:  15" diameter, 18" height Total size with chain s...

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1960s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

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.