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Lanterns For Sale
Unique Handcrafted Danish Ceramic Pendant Jette Hellerøe Light Fixture, 1970s
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful color and good size Danish hand crafted fixture with chestnut leaf pattern. If you are looking for a stylish design, light to grace your midcentury or modern home then this handmade specimen from the 1970s could be flying your way soon. With lighting as one of our specialties we were, again, very happy to have been able to purchase this rare ceramic light as well. We purchased it from the same home where we found the Helleroe pendant that we published on 1stdibs yesterday. This fine specimen too has an organic-design and color shade and the chestnut leafs make it extra special and aesthetically pleasing. Both with the light switched on and off this work of lighting art too has a unique presence, one that will never fail to impress. This natural stone-like color pendant comes with a metal chain and an equally beautiful and original ceramic canopy. With the light switched on this Scandinavian light fixture...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Iron

Gothic Revival Medieval Style Good Size Iron & Cathedral Glass Lantern / Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Impressive and all handcrafted, Gothic hallway or porch light fixture. If you are a collector of rare and all handcrafted Gothic antiques then this one of a kind lantern could be fl...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Lanterns

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Metal, Iron

Lantern Brass Glod Lighting from the Mid 20th Century, France
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
This original 20th century is perfect for lighting in an entrance, hall, covered porch or anywhere in the house. It is in perfect condition, Six glass faces Measures: 66cm x 23cm...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Solid Brass Port and Starboard Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished and lacquered solid brass ships lantern with clear glass lenses. Lacking colored red and green filters. Mounted to thick mahogany bases. Wire with new sockets and cor...
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1940s European Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Small White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Lanterns

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Ceramic

Copper Anchor Lantern with Fresnel Lens
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished copper ships lantern with fresnel lens, iron hoist and bale handles. Hinged top with brass hasp and protective bars. 21" H x 11" Diameter. w/o handle.
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1970s North American Vintage Lanterns

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Copper

Tall Vistosi Ceiling Light, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Tall murano glass ceiling light from the 1960s attributed to Vistosi. Long conical 'triplex opal' glass diffuser with colored glass stripes. Glass height is approximately 19inches/48...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass, Aluminum

Set of 5 Copper and Brass City of Paris Lanterns, 1970s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Set of 5 Copper and Brass City of Paris Lanterns, 1970s Vintage Design In their original patina, which can be re-electrified. The large lanterns are 100 cm high, 40 cm in diameter. ...
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20th Century French Lanterns

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Brass, Copper

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, 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

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Ceramic

17th Century Large Six Sided Venetian Carved Gilded Baroque Hall Lantern
Located in Vero Beach, FL
17th century large six sided Venetian carved gilded Baroque hall lantern. This 17th century hand carved red polychrome and gilded wood lantern, mounted on a pole with a lion paw base, represents the highest standards of craftsmanship. This very large lantern...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Lanterns

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Wood

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes 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

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Ceramic

Small Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, 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

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Ceramic

Large Italian Gilt Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960 Italian gilt brass lantern with six interior lights. Measurements Drop 33.5" Diameter 17.25".
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1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Diamantes 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

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Ceramic

Midcentury Bamboo Lantern
Located in New York, NY
An American circa 1960's bamboo lantern with interior lights. Measurements: Drop: 22" Height of body only: 14" Width/depth: 12" square.
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1960s Vintage Lanterns

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Bamboo

Vintage Regency Vine Candle Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the dramatic elegance of this vintage candle lantern, a substantial and sculptural piece crafted from hand-forged metal. Its impressive design features an open, multi-facete...
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Late 20th Century American Gothic Revival Lanterns

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco French Bronze Molded Glass Hall Lantern, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely four-sided solid bronze lantern with molded glass panels, France, 1930-1939. One single brass and porcelain Edison E-27 light socket for a large sized bulb. Overall height...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Sterling Bronze Co. Pair Of Polished Nickel Bronze Blown Glass Lantern Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Very Fine Vintage Pair Of "Sterling Bronze Company" Silvered Bronze / Polished Nickel With Blown Glass Lantern Ceiling Fixtures, Each Has Been Rewired With 3 New Candelabra Sockets...
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20th Century American Lanterns

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Silver Plate, Bronze

1930s Set of Three Industrial Black Painted Metal Italian Pendants
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Three industrial pendants designed and manufactured in Italy in the Thirties, they are in original conditions with signs of use and age, they have to be checked, work 110-240 volts...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Lanterns

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Metal

Art Deco Brass and Semicircular Glass Italian Chandelier after Adolf Loos, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Superb brass and semicircular glass chandelier. This stunning pendant light was designed in Italy and inspired by the work of Adolf Loos in the 1950s. This piece is fantastic than...
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Mid-20th Century Lanterns

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Brass

Pair of Rattan Pagoda Pendant Lights or Lanterns, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of rattan suspension lamps / lanterns with oriental inspired design. France, 1960s Eye-catching pair of rattan pagoda shaped rattan pendants. Entirely made by hand. Beautifully ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Cane, Rattan, Wicker

Medium Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Diamantes 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Ward Hendrickson Marine Masthead Ship Lantern Cobalt Blue Lens Hanging Fixture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Ward Hendrickson Marine masthead ship lantern cobalt blue lens hanging fixture. Item features a rare cobalt blue glass fresnel lens, steel metal f...
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Early 20th Century Lanterns

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Steel

Antique French Maison Baguès Attributed Beaded and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Maison Bagues attributed beaded and crystal chandelier. Unusual French Maison Baguès attributed Louis XVI style bronze and wood beaded and crystal chandelier. This stunning French nine-light beaded and crystal chandelier has been newly wired and dates to the 1920s. Dimensions as is: 31" H and 24" D. Our Baguès attributed chandelier would work well in a home with limited ceiling...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

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Crystal, Bronze

Lantern Murano Glass Bell Midcentury Design Transparent Bubbles Barovier Brass
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Lantern Murano glass bell midcentury Italian design Trasparent bubbles, Barovier attributed, brass chain. 1 light bulb E27 Max 80 Watt. Only glass bell height cm.45 diameter cm.29 ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Klaus Nolting 'Qu' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Bronze for Ip44de
Located in Glendale, CA
Klaus Nolting 'Qu' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in bronze for IP44de Founded in 1933 in East Westphalia, Germany, IP44.DE has quickly become one of the most innovative outdoor lighting companies in Europe, producing innovative pieces manufactured with detailed precision to the highest quality standards. Combining beauty with durability, this family run business has seen its space defining designs illuminate noted commercial, public and residential projects all over the world. The 'Qu' portable rechargeable indoor/outdoor table lamp provides the perfect solution to your evolving outdoor luminary needs. Designed to go anywhere, the lamp's body is executed in durable die-cast aluminum which is expertly fitted to the amber-colored glass. The result is a highly refined IP44-rated lamp with a light cast outward all directions. Optional mounting accessories include hooks or silicone based rope to further expand display possibilities. Coupled with two internal lithium ion batteries, the 'Qu' is capable of providing up to 20 hours of portable light...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Aluminum

Venetian Painted Iron Street Lantern with 3 Lights, Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Venetian Painted Iron Street Lantern with 3 Lights, Late 19th Century
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19th Century Antique Lanterns

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Iron

French Neoclassical Style Brass and Clear Glass Round Hanging Lantern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and cut clear glass round hanging lantern from circa the 1920s. This adorable three-light antique pendant lantern features an eleg...
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1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Pair Of Six Sides Solid Brass Handcrafted Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional six sides hanging pair of lanterns made of handcrafted solid brass with four 60/watt lights, ,suitable for wet location Made in the US ,up to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

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Brass

Railway Lantern, France circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
France, 1900 Produced by Epervier Gillet, 20th century French supplier of railway, transport, and naval lighting. With glass panel doors and steel and copper frame. 10”w x 11.5”d x 2...
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Early 1900s French Antique Lanterns

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Copper

An Arts and Crafts Hand Forged Blacksmith made Iron Lantern with Stylised Petals
Located in London, GB
A good arts and crafts blacksmith made hammered iron lantern with beautiful scroll work details of entwined stylised petals and flower heads bursting with seeds.
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Lanterns

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Iron

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

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Bronze

A Very Rare Pair of Early 20th Century Copper and Brass Ships Lanterns
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare pair of early 20th Century copper and brass ships lanterns of fabulous quality and in full working order. The beautifully patinated, moulded copper body of demilune form...
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Early 20th Century English Lanterns

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Brass, Copper

Sophisticated 20th Century French Brass and Nickel Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking early 20th-century French lantern combines timeless elegance with a sleek, modern touch. Crafted with a polished nickel and brass frame, its clean-lined cylindrical des...
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20th Century French Lanterns

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Brass, Nickel

Pair of Nickel-Plated Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940s Italian nickel-plated lanterns with etched glass and mirrored panels depicting birds and palm trees. Sold individually. Measurements: Height (minimum drop): 27.5" ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

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Glass

Medium 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Antique Ships Anchor Lantern by French Maker
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique solid brass ships anchor lantern with Fresnel glass lens, hinged top, carry handle, etc. with makers plate from Ouvrard Villars, a highly regarded maker. This is a first-clas...
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1940s European Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Antique Bronze English Hexaginal Glass Lantern Circa 1940's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-3056 English patented brass hexagonal lantern with solid one piece glass shade. Three 40 W candelabra base bulbs. Newly rewired.
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1940s Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Large Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French wrought iron lantern with original patina and 4 candelabra interior lights. Measurements: Drop: 29" Diameter: 23" Square
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1950s French Vintage Lanterns

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Iron

Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Diamantes 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Diamantes 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

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Ceramic

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, 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 Z...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Midcentury Brass Gold Lantern Italian Design Lumi Milano
By Lumi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury brass gold lantern Italian design Lumi Milano Measures: Height lantern cm.50.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Small and Lovely Napoleon / Empire Style Bronze Chandelier / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare size chandelier from the 1920s. If you look at the shape of the centre and the shape of the arms that grow out of this pendant then you capture the essence of it. It is stylish...
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1920s French Empire Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Midcentury French Riviera Bambo and Rattan Spherical Italian Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning midcentury bamboo and rattan spherical chandelier in Cote d'Azur style. This wonderful item was produced in Italy during the 1960s. This gorgeous pendant features a spherical shape made by a spiral of curved rattan and an elegant rattan chain. The beautiful original E27 light socket is made in brass and white ceramic. This chandelier is perfect for a midcentury living room or a kitchen with a French maritime...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Bamboo, Rattan

Medium Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, 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

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Ceramic

A Large Bronze English Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's English bronze lantern with glass panels. Measurements: Length/width 10.5" square Current drop: 32"
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Castello Lantern by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Italian lantern with frosted Murano glass mounted on gold finish metal frame and details / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 9 lights / E26 or E27 t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lanterns

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Brass

Castello Lantern by Fabio Ltd
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Italian lantern with frosted Murano glass mounted on unlacquered natural brass frame and details / Designed by Fabio Bergomi for Fabio Ltd / Made in Italy 9 lights / E26 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lanterns

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Brass

Medium Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass Diamantes 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

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Ceramic

F.H. Lovell Co. Solid Brass Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens
Located in Norwell, MA
Maritime lantern by F.H. Lovell of solid brass with protective brass bars and glass Fresnel lens. Vented top and original hoisting ring. Mounting brac...
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1920s American Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Whimsical French Belle Époque Gilt Bronze Cherub Gasolier Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine whimsical French Belle Époque gilt and ebonized bronze cherub four-light gasolier pendant chandelier. The scrolled acanthus gilt-bronze frame, with its original gas key-valves...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

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Bronze

Joseph Simon Earthcolored Stoneware Lantern Pendant, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern round cream glazed lantern / pendant with brown glazed circular perforations. Manufactured on the Danish island of Bornholm by Joseph Simon for Søholm Stent...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Ships Bow Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Ships bow lantern from a yacht. Marine lantern with three lenses, clear, port, and starboard. This is a rare piece from the early twentieth century. Vented top and carry ring. With o...
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1950s European Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Pair of Wrought Iron Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940s Italian wrought iron lanterns with interior lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Height (minimum drop) 29" ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

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Metal

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Brass Candle Holders by Torben Ørskov of Copenhagen
Located in Søborg, DK
A set of 4 Mid-Century Modern brass candle holders designed by world famous architect Max Bruel for Torben Ørskov of Copenhagen. Measures: ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Large Pendant Gold Chrome Gold Metal with Extra Large Opal Glass Globe
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Mid-Century Modern metal crome chandelier, pendant or lantern with extra large globe in opal glass, Italy, 1950s or 1960s This beautiful lamp is v...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Medium Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass Diamantes 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

19thc French Antique Louis XVI style Gold Bronze w/ Cut Crystal Shade - Lantern
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 19thc Antique French Gold Bronze with Cut Crystal Ceiling Lantern Fixture. Floral band, hand cut shade. Versaille style.
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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

Materials

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.

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