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Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Copper Lantern, England 1950
Copper Lantern, England 1950

Copper Lantern, England 1950

Located in Culver City, CA

England, 1950 Patinated copper hanging lantern with a cylindrical form, fitted with textured amber glass panels and suspended from its original chain. 12”dia x 24”h Ref. L5516_A $ 3,800

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1950s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Twelve-Light Lantern
Monumental Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Twelve-Light Lantern

Monumental Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Twelve-Light Lantern

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Monumental Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Twelve Light Lantern Long, oval form with crystals around the body, six lower and six upper interior lights. Details: Height...

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Circus Pendant Light Designed By Corinna Warm Medium White/Bronze In Stock
Circus Pendant Light Designed By Corinna Warm Medium White/Bronze In Stock

Circus Pendant Light Designed By Corinna Warm Medium White/Bronze In Stock

By Corinna Warm, WARM

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The Circus Collection features a family of three pendant lights taking its cue from the shape of a Victorian circus tent. The spun aluminum lamps are available in black or white with a luxurious bronze interior gently reflecting the light. The lamps work well individually or look lovely in clusters of different sizes and colors. Custom colors are available on request. Its classic design allows for great versatility, suiting a wide variety of spaces, from private residences, retail, restaurants, hotels to workplaces. The design is created to compliment an interior rather than to create a bold statement within a space, resulting in its timeless and universal appeal. The original designer pendants by Corinna Warm for Warm are manufactured and distributed exclusively by Studio Warm...

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2010s American Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel

Large One Of A Kind Solid Copper & Brass Verdigris Patina Lantern -Meisner Style
Large One Of A Kind Solid Copper & Brass Verdigris Patina Lantern -Meisner Style

Large One Of A Kind Solid Copper & Brass Verdigris Patina Lantern -Meisner Style

Located in Delray Beach, FL

This is a beautiful One Of A King , large antique hanging lantern, crafted from solid copper and brass. The lantern's surface has developed a stunning natural verdigris patina, showc...

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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Brass six lighLantern in English Regency Georgian American Federal Style
Vintage Brass six lighLantern in English Regency Georgian American Federal Style

Vintage Brass six lighLantern in English Regency Georgian American Federal Style

Located in New York, NY

Vintage, large brass chandelier in the English Georgian Regency (or American Federal) style measuring 15 inches across and 32 inches tall, with six wired sockets and frosted glass pa...

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Mid-20th Century French Regency Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Italian Pietro Chiesa Style Lantern, 1940s
Italian Pietro Chiesa Style Lantern, 1940s

Italian Pietro Chiesa Style Lantern, 1940s

Located in Nice, FR

Italian Pietro Chiesa lantern style, 1940s, art deco period, sandblasted glass in decor. For its age, no broken parts, everything is original Ribbed glass cabochons with three bulb...

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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Vietri Ceramic Glazed Lantern 1950s
Vietri Ceramic Glazed Lantern 1950s

Vietri Ceramic Glazed Lantern 1950s

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Lanterna in Ceramica totalmente artigianale prodotta negli anni 1950 circa, a Vietri .

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Midcentury Lantern Sconces, Art Glass & Brass, 1960
Pair of French Midcentury Lantern Sconces, Art Glass & Brass, 1960

Pair of French Midcentury Lantern Sconces, Art Glass & Brass, 1960

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1848 Pair French midcentury lantern wall sconces with glass shades with swirly black lines. Rewired 60 watt Edison bulb.

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1960s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Lavander Murano Lantern
Midcentury Lavander Murano Lantern

Midcentury Lavander Murano Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1950's Italian glass light fixture with interior light. Measurements: Drop: 25" Diameter: 7"

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1950s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Spanish Rattan Bell Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern in Black Patina
Spanish Rattan Bell Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern in Black Patina

Spanish Rattan Bell Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern in Black Patina

Located in Barcelona, ES

Midcentury Spanish rattan and bamboo bell shaped pendant hanging light finished in black patina, Spain, 1960s This cool handcrafted rattan ceiling lamp / pendant hanging light has ge...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Small White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Small White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Small White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Five Austrian Vintage Glass Globes Ceiling Hanging Lights, 1960s
Set of Five Austrian Vintage Glass Globes Ceiling Hanging Lights, 1960s

Set of Five Austrian Vintage Glass Globes Ceiling Hanging Lights, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Wonderful set of five textured ice glass globes and brass pendant lights with star canopy (on request also separately). Austria, 1960s. Glass globes: D: 6 in.  

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Orange Iron Lamp with Shades, Italy, Circa 1970
Vintage Industrial Orange Iron Lamp with Shades, Italy, Circa 1970

Vintage Industrial Orange Iron Lamp with Shades, Italy, Circa 1970

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

Industrial Orange Lamp, Italy 1970s. Big industrial orange lampshade from the 1970s. Vintage design. In very good conditions with only few signs of t...

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1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

French Round Brass and Glass Lantern
French Round Brass and Glass Lantern

French Round Brass and Glass Lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Round Brass and Glass Lantern This lovely light has an internal circular glass panel The lantern has a twin candle sconce which gives a lovely bright light when lit The lante...

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1930s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Electrified Copper Lantern, Four-Sided Design, USA
Handcrafted Electrified Copper Lantern, Four-Sided Design, USA

Handcrafted Electrified Copper Lantern, Four-Sided Design, USA

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Quality handcrafted of solid copper lantern , beautiful patina ,with three 60/watt lights. Electrified and ready to light. Beautiful oxidization patina. Made in the US Could be used...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Lumi Milano Chandelier, 1950s
Lumi Milano Chandelier, 1950s

Lumi Milano Chandelier, 1950s

By Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo, Lumi

Located in Vienna, AT

Modernist 'UFO' chandelier by Lumi Milano, 1950s. Two satin glass diffusers with a brushed aluminum ring between them. Stem and finials are made of nickele...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Nickel

One of ... Mid Century Vintage Glass and Metal Pendants Ceiling Lights, 1960s
One of ... Mid Century Vintage Glass and Metal Pendants Ceiling Lights, 1960s

One of ... Mid Century Vintage Glass and Metal Pendants Ceiling Lights, 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Berlin, DE

One of ... gorgeous blown white matte glass, metal and brass pendant light. Italy, 1960s Body: Height 12 in, diameter 5.1 in Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).    

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Metal

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Bamboo Rattan Pendant Light with Woven Rope Globe Lampshade
Bamboo Rattan Pendant Light with Woven Rope Globe Lampshade

Bamboo Rattan Pendant Light with Woven Rope Globe Lampshade

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern woven rope and bamboo pendant / hanging light. Spain, 1960s. Rare find! This beautiful suspension lamp features a bamboo rattan structure with vertical bars with a...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Rope

Vintage Gold and Brass 4 Light Lantern
Vintage Gold and Brass 4 Light Lantern

Vintage Gold and Brass 4 Light Lantern

By Moe Lighting

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a lovely vintage gold and brass 4 light lantern from circa 1955. Lovely restored Moe Lighting Lantern from circa 1955. Made in the U.S.A. 4 bulb Lantern in full functional condition and sympathetically restored to its original beauty. The Lantern is gilt metal and brass and is covered in gold leaf. It has been recently re-gilted. The top finial of the lantern is beautifully cast with scrolling arms and handles. There are 5 glass panels edged in brass. The interior working bulb platform is on a tilt central column or lever that tilts with the movement of the lantern in the wind. Both the top and bottom parts of the lantern have a pierced gallery and the base has a removeable plate with a final to access the bulbs on the interior. The interior has a label hidden from view under the bulb base (see photos) confirming that the Lantern was made by Moe Light of Fort Atkinson Wisconsin a Division of Thomas Industries. This helps us date the piece as Moe Lighting was acquired by Thomas Industries in 1953. We are of the opinion that this piece date from the mid 1950’s. A beautiful addition to any home of style !! Thomas Industries was formed in a 1953 merger of two companies–a lighting fixture manufacturer and the maker of electrical spraying machines–both of which came into being in the late 1920s. The unlikely marriage of these two product lines was the cornerstone of what would become the company’s two core businesses: lighting fixtures and air compressors/pumps. The lighting fixture side of Thomas Industries traces its history back to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and two brothers: Henrik and Ole Moe. The Moe Brothers, together with a number of other entrepreneurs, owned the Moe-Bridges Co., a lighting fixture manufacturer formed in 1919. As a result of friction among the Moe-Bridges management, however, the Moe brothers were frozen out of the company in the late 1920s by the majority owners. Deciding to stay with the industry they knew, the Moes formed another lighting fixture company called Moe Brothers Manufacturing. Henrik’s two sons joined the business in the early 1930s, and in 1938, the company moved its operations from Milwaukee to Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. While the Moe brothers were building their lighting fixture business, the Electric Sprayit Company–the forerunner to Thomas Industries’ compressor and pump division–was also testing its wings. In 1928, the Electric Sprayit Company was formed in Chicago “to manufacture, buy, and sell electrical spraying machines, blowers, air compressors, mechanical, and mercantile devices.” In a curious twist of fate, in 1934 the Electric Sprayit Company acquired Moe-Bridges, the company that had forced out the Moe brothers, and moved from Chicago into the Moe-Bridges plant in Milwaukee. In 1939, Electric Sprayit moved its operations again, this time to Sheboygan, Wisconsin. During World War II, both companies stopped making their standard product lines in order to produce materials for the war effort. At the close of the war, in 1946, Moe Brothers received a large contract from Sears to produce household pressure cookers. Although the company had not previously manufactured pressure cookers, the large stamping presses they had obtained for the war gave them the production capabilities for the job. The brothers planned to use sales revenues from the pressure cooker contract to return to the lighting fixture business. Unfortunately, Sears rescinded the company’s contract due to a product malfunction. In the aftermath of the contract loss, pressured by the bank to repay existing debt, the Moe brothers decided to sell the company. Moe Brothers was purchased in 1948 by a Louisville investment group headed by Lee Thomas. Thomas, the former president of Ekco Products in Chicago, had recently purchased a small saw business in Louisville and was looking for further investment opportunities. His new purchase was renamed Moe Light, and a national advertising campaign was launched to promote residential lighting fixtures. Two years later, Moe Light expanded by opening a new residential lighting factory in Kentucky and acquiring the Los Angeles-based Star...

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

French Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1930
French Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1930

French Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1930

Located in Merida, Yucatan

French Art Deco Glass Lantern in Gilt Bronze, Circa 1930 Floral Garland Motif French Art Deco pendant lantern, circa 1930. Molded-pressed glass set in a gilt bronze frame with sty...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Decorative French Metal and Crystal Laterna 1950 Made in France
Decorative French Metal and Crystal Laterna 1950 Made in France

Decorative French Metal and Crystal Laterna 1950 Made in France

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Decorative French Metal and Crystal Laterna 1950 Made in France

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1950s French Romantic Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Rare 4 lights gilt beaten wrought iron lantern with curved glasses. French work.
Rare 4 lights gilt beaten wrought iron lantern with curved glasses. French work.

Rare 4 lights gilt beaten wrought iron lantern with curved glasses. French work.

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This beautiful and rare 4 lights lantern is made of gilt beaten wrought ironwith curved glasses. This is a French work. Circa 1940

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1940s French Louis XV Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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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1920s French French Provincial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel, Iron

Vintage Bamboo Pendant Light, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s Design
Vintage Bamboo Pendant Light, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s Design

Vintage Bamboo Pendant Light, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s Design

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

A nice exagonal shaped bamboo and wood pendant with hanging cord. In very good conditions with only few signs of time. Height with the cord: Maximum 76 cm.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Cord

Lantern, 16710
Lantern, 16710

Lantern, 16710

$2,741 / item

Lantern, 16710

Located in PARIS, FR

This bronze lantern with six lights is simple and elegant, its raw design matches well with all interiors.

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Late 18th Century Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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

French Rattan Wicker Cylinder Pendant Light / Lantern, 1950s
French Rattan Wicker Cylinder Pendant Light / Lantern, 1950s

French Rattan Wicker Cylinder Pendant Light / Lantern, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

French Modernist Rattan Pendant Lamp or Lantern. France, 1950s-1960s A cool handcrafted rattan drum shaped ceiling suspension lamp with wicker details to difusse the lightt. This eye...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Pair of Iron Lanterns, Sold Individually
Pair of Iron Lanterns, Sold Individually

Pair of Iron Lanterns, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1940's Italian hammered iron lanterns with amber glass insets. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop: 16" Diameter: 6"

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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

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

Eden Alba oval wall light
Eden Alba oval wall light

Eden Alba oval wall light

Located in Firenze, FI

Enhance your space with the exquisite charm of our oval wall light featuring a brass structure and glass strips. This exceptional light fixture showcases an oval design that adds a t...

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2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Eden Small Dalia lantern
Eden Small Dalia lantern

Eden Small Dalia lantern

Located in Firenze, FI

This beautiful lantern has the soft shapes of brass interspersed with curved glass. The feet in the shape of a stylized pine cone and the small wave decorations at the top give it fu...

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2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Oil Rubbed Brass Emil Lantern - Small
Oil Rubbed Brass Emil Lantern - Small

Oil Rubbed Brass Emil Lantern - Small

By RTO Lighting

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The scaled-down version of our Emil Wall Lantern provides versatility both indoors and out. Clean bent brass lines update this classic lantern with a nod to tradition. OVERALL DIMEN...

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2010s American Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light A traditional old lantern
French Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light A traditional old lantern

French Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light A traditional old lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Brass and Glass Lantern Hall Light A traditional old lantern, the light has a cylindrical glass shade, and a twin light fitting to the interior it hangs on a chain from a bra...

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Early 1900s Industrial Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Blue Leaded Glass Fixture
Vintage Blue Leaded Glass Fixture

Vintage Blue Leaded Glass Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's English leaded glass light fixture with ... lights. Measurements: Drop: 18" Diameter: 7"

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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Solid Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern 15”H x 8”W x 7”D
Pair of Solid Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern 15”H x 8”W x 7”D

Pair of Solid Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern 15”H x 8”W x 7”D

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Illuminate your home with this exquisite pair of solid brass wall lantern sconces, embodying the enduring charm of the Arts & Crafts movement. These substantial and beautifully craft...

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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

24" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, Ventila Collection
24" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, Ventila Collection

24" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, Ventila Collection

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 24". I...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa

By L'Aviva Home

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Located in New York, NY

Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Etched Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Set of Etched Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually

Set of Etched Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually

Located in New York, NY

Set of eight circa 1940s Italian lanterns with patinated bronze finish and etched blown glass. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop: 24" Diameter: 8.25"

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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Large Brown and Beige Art Glass and Metal Hallway Lantern, France, 1920
Large Brown and Beige Art Glass and Metal Hallway Lantern, France, 1920

Large Brown and Beige Art Glass and Metal Hallway Lantern, France, 1920

Located in Barntrup, DE

This impressive, large hallway lantern, crafted in the Arts and Crafts era around the 1920s in France, features a rare design made of brown and beige art glass combined with metal. ...

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1920s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

A Charming French 19th-20th Century Silvered Bronze & Cut-Glass Chandelier
A Charming French 19th-20th Century Silvered Bronze & Cut-Glass Chandelier

A Charming French 19th-20th Century Silvered Bronze & Cut-Glass Chandelier

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Charming French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style silvered bronze and cut-glass (Crystal) ten-light chandelier, in the manner of Baccarat. The elongated body surmounted with strand...

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Blown Glass Murano Lantern
Blown Glass Murano Lantern

Blown Glass Murano Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1950's Italian blown glass lantern with iron frame. Measurements: Diameter: 9" Drop: 21"

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1950s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

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.