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Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880
Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880

Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880 Measures- 9"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D

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Late 19th Century Antique Lanterns

Materials

Marble, Brass

Candél (Bronze/Brass)
Candél (Bronze/Brass)

Candél (Bronze/Brass)

By Pablo Pardo

Located in San Francisco, CA

Inspired by a cone of light, Candél’s graceful vessel-like silhouette is in perfect harmony with its surroundings allowing the environment to filter through. Candél casts a warm, intimate candle-like glow that’s sure to seduce and become the central focus of any social gathering. Candél is a fully rechargeable portable LED light...

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2010s Chinese Lanterns

Materials

Acrylic

Tekna Montrose City Small-C Light on Foot in Dark Bronze and Clear Glass

Tekna Montrose City Small-C Light on Foot in Dark Bronze and Clear Glass

By Tekna

Located in New York, NY

Small lantern in dark bronze on foot with pagoda structure with outside fitted clear glass. Dimensions: width 213mm - height 495mm - projection 213mm. LED Rustica clear glass e26 120...

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

1950s Glass and Brass Lantern in Style of G.C.M.E
1950s Glass and Brass Lantern in Style of G.C.M.E

1950s Glass and Brass Lantern in Style of G.C.M.E

By G.C.M.E

Located in Schoorl, NL

Delicate 1950s lantern. Consists of four thin glass panels, a brass frame and four E14 lightbulbs. We have three similar lanterns. One without lines in the...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large Cast Iron, Aluminum and Glass Industrial Hanging Lights
Pair of Large Cast Iron, Aluminum and Glass Industrial Hanging Lights

Pair of Large Cast Iron, Aluminum and Glass Industrial Hanging Lights

By Crouse-Hinds

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of large cast iron, aluminum and glass Industrial hanging lights by Crouse-Hinds. Rewired as pendants with matching adjustable chains (currently 3 ft. long, but can be expanded)...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Cuboid Ceiling Center-Light with 4 Lamps Behind Bronzed Glass Panels
Cuboid Ceiling Center-Light with 4 Lamps Behind Bronzed Glass Panels

Cuboid Ceiling Center-Light with 4 Lamps Behind Bronzed Glass Panels

Located in Verviers, BE

Geometric modernist design on a brass-patinated stem. Central chain and column with four pairs of arms supporting four lamps in candlestick form, and four bronze colored glass sheets...

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1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens
Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens

Ships Lantern with Fresnel Glass Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass ship masthead lantern by Italian maker. With hinged rear door, slide out oil burner, vented top. Polished finish. Circa 1920. 17"T x 10"L x 7"D 9lbs.

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1920s European Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988
East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988

East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988

Located in Canterbury, England

Our Ships Mast light, converted into a practical lamp, was manufactured by Fortschritt Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass i...

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1980s Other Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Period Glass Lampshades PAIR (B) Conical & Frosted, circa 1925
Art Deco Period Glass Lampshades PAIR (B) Conical & Frosted, circa 1925

Art Deco Period Glass Lampshades PAIR (B) Conical & Frosted, circa 1925

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautiful PAIR of glass conical Lampshades, original to the Art Deco period. These glass lamp shades are conical in shape. They are frosted from the fitting end through ab...

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Glass

1950s Glass and Brass Lantern in style of G.C.M.E
1950s Glass and Brass Lantern in style of G.C.M.E

1950s Glass and Brass Lantern in style of G.C.M.E

By G.C.M.E

Located in Schoorl, NL

Delicate 1950s lantern. Consists of four thin glass panels, a brass frame and four E14 lightbulbs. We have three similar lanterns. One without lines in the glass and one with more s...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Dark Green French Industrial Workshop Hanging Light
Dark Green French Industrial Workshop Hanging Light

Dark Green French Industrial Workshop Hanging Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dark green French industrial workshop hanging light.

Category

1930s French Industrial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Hanging Lantern in Brass by Pierre Forsell, 1950's
Hanging Lantern in Brass by Pierre Forsell, 1950's

Hanging Lantern in Brass by Pierre Forsell, 1950's

By Pierre Forsell

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Hanging Lantern in Brass by Pierre Forsell, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Skultuna in Sweden Dimensions (W x D x H): 7 ...

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

19c French Antique Lantern
19c French Antique Lantern

19c French Antique Lantern

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 Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

1 of 2 Peill & Putzler 1970s Large Biomorphic Glass & Chrome Pendant Lights
1 of 2 Peill & Putzler 1970s Large Biomorphic Glass & Chrome Pendant Lights

1 of 2 Peill & Putzler 1970s Large Biomorphic Glass & Chrome Pendant Lights

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of a set of a pair of beautiful vintage mid-century modern biomorphic designed hanging ceiling pendant lights by iconic German lighting manufacturer Peill & Putzler in the 19...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Murano Glass Pendant Light
Murano Glass Pendant Light

Murano Glass Pendant Light

Located in Antwerp, BE

Italian Murano glass pendant light. The round shade creates a warm and cozy light with a distinct light right underneath the shade. The lamp features one light source of max 80W. The...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Brass Ships Masthead Lantern
Brass Ships Masthead Lantern

Brass Ships Masthead Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass nineteenth century ships masthead lantern with brass label from "Gilliands 30 South William St., New York. Dioptric lens, patented August ...

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1850s American Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Brushed Satin Nickel Emil Lantern - Small
Brushed Satin Nickel Emil Lantern - Small

Brushed Satin Nickel 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

1950's Brass & Glass Lantern in Style of Pietro Chiesa
1950's Brass & Glass Lantern in Style of Pietro Chiesa

1950's Brass & Glass Lantern in Style of Pietro Chiesa

Located in Schoorl, NL

Two glass panels with etched palm design mounted on a brass and iron frame.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Large 1930s Iron Lantern
Large 1930s Iron Lantern

Large 1930s Iron Lantern

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Large 1930s iron lantern.

Category

1930s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Georgian Round Hall Lantern
Georgian Round Hall Lantern

Georgian Round Hall Lantern

Located in Westwood, NJ

The large English Georgian brass round hall lantern typifies the traditional English style. With the scroll arm supports to the top, above a round f...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Georgian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Fine French Louis XIV Style 19th Century Gilt Bronze Figural Versailles Lantern
Fine French Louis XIV Style 19th Century Gilt Bronze Figural Versailles Lantern

Fine French Louis XIV Style 19th Century Gilt Bronze Figural Versailles Lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine and large French Louis XIV style 19th century gilt bronze and paneled beveled glass "Versailles" style three-light hanging grand-hall lantern, surmounted with a royal crown wi...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Castello Lantern by Fabio Ltd
Castello Lantern by Fabio Ltd

Castello Lantern by Fabio Ltd

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

Materials

Brass

1960's Brass & Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa
1960's Brass & Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa

1960's Brass & Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa

By Palwa

Located in Schoorl, NL

Petit pendant by Palwa. Consist of a gilded brass frame & rings with crystal Glass “lenses”. It holds one E27 socket and is in excellent condition.  

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Mid-20th Century German Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa
Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez 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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Bronze, 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

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed 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

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa
Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa

Medium Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez 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 Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze Diamantes Atzompa
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze Diamantes Atzompa

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze 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 Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natura Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natura Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natura 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

1960's Brass & Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa
1960's Brass & Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa

1960's Brass & Crystal Glass Pendant in Style of Palwa

By Palwa

Located in Schoorl, NL

Three petit pendants by Palwa. Consist of a gilded brass frame & rings with crystal Glass “lenses”. This pendant has four rows of each 6 glass lenses. They hold one E27 socket and ar...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1950s Brass, Polychrome and Etched Glass Lantern in Style of Fontana Arte
1950s Brass, Polychrome and Etched Glass Lantern in Style of Fontana Arte

1950s Brass, Polychrome and Etched Glass Lantern in Style of Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in Schoorl, NL

Cute two-light lantern in style of Fontana Arte. Consists of two etched glass panels with a flower pattern, a brass frame and green colored lamp E14 socket. Measures: Glass panel 33...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Copper Ships Lanterns By Perko
Copper Ships Lanterns By Perko

Copper Ships Lanterns By Perko

Located in Norwell, MA

Pair of solid copper ships lanterns by Perkins Marine of Brooklyn New York, "Perko". Rarely found copper cases with brass cages, handles, hinges and badges. With ruby red Fresnel gla...

Category

1920s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Very Large Italian Murano Glass Blown Grey Globe Chandelier or Pendant, UL Cert.
Very Large Italian Murano Glass Blown Grey Globe Chandelier or Pendant, UL Cert.

Very Large Italian Murano Glass Blown Grey Globe Chandelier or Pendant, UL Cert.

Located in Westport, CT

A wonderful set of very large mouth blown globe shaped pendants in a light gray with silver.  The silver offers a subtle texture with speckling and light overall shimmery quality upo...

Category

2010s Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and beaded glass Circular Chandelier
Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and beaded glass Circular Chandelier

Hollywood Regency Gilt Bronze and beaded glass Circular Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

A spectacular and large Hollywood Regency gilt bronze and beaded glass circular chandelier. The chandelier is structured in a rounded basket form, suspended by four linked gilt bronz...

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Cooper by Poul Henningsen

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis Poulsen, outdoor wall lamp in cooper by Poul Henningsen Size: Width x height x length (mm) 450 x 290 x 505, 6.8 kg Shades: Spun copper. Wall box and arm: Copperplated, brass. P...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Steel Ships Masthead Lantern by Meteorite
Steel Ships Masthead Lantern by Meteorite

Steel Ships Masthead Lantern by Meteorite

Located in Norwell, MA

English made ships lantern by Meteorite. Fitted with a fresnel glass lens. Sturdy carry handle. Vented top. Big, heavy nautical antique. This is a masthead lantern.23"T x 14"L x 13"D...

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1950s European Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Style Steel and Nickel Eight-Light Lantern with glass Panels
Midcentury Style Steel and Nickel Eight-Light Lantern with glass Panels

Midcentury Style Steel and Nickel Eight-Light Lantern with glass Panels

Located in Atlanta, GA

This lantern is executed in steel with a polished nickel finish and a contrasting black-framed glazed body, presenting a crisp, architectural silhouette inspired by midcentury design...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern With Castellated Crown
Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern With Castellated Crown

Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern With Castellated Crown

Located in London, GB

An impressive and unusual Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern, standing approximately one metre or 3' 3" tall excluding its length of suspension chain and rose. The striking a...

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1930s French Gothic Revival Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern
David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern

David Duncan Studio Cushing Lantern

By David Duncan

Located in New York, NY

A Brass Georgian Styled Lantern made by David Duncan Studio. This fixture is suspended from a chain and canopy with an intricate rope-like design. Consi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Handmade Black Wrought Iron Craftsman Wall Lantern– Mission Style Outdoor Sconce
Handmade Black Wrought Iron Craftsman Wall Lantern– Mission Style Outdoor Sconce

Handmade Black Wrought Iron Craftsman Wall Lantern– Mission Style Outdoor Sconce

By Britt Jewett, Santa Barbara Lighting Company

Located in Santa Paula, CA

The Bridgeport lantern, with a stovetop pipe, references both old and new with classic features including a stove pipe top and oversized handle, juxtaposed with modern lines and open...

Category

2010s American Mission Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Ivory Metal Garden Lamp, German Design, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Ivory Metal Garden Lamp, German Design, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Ivory Metal Garden Lamp, German Design, 1960

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

A very massive garden lamp in a traditional 60s design. The lamp is made of metal and coated with an ivory-colored paint, presumably the original paint. The lid is designed in the fo...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Venini Blown Glass Pendant, Italy, 1950's
Venini Blown Glass Pendant, Italy, 1950's

Venini Blown Glass Pendant, Italy, 1950's

By Venini

Located in New York, NY

Venini, Italy 1950's A blown clear glass lantern with delicate woven spiral patterns in colored Zanfirico glass; nickeled mounts Measures: 12 diameter x 38 height ( Height can be a...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Art Glass

1940s two light lantern Attributed to Pietro Chiesa
1940s two light lantern Attributed to Pietro Chiesa

1940s two light lantern Attributed to Pietro Chiesa

By Pietro Chiesa

Located in Schoorl, NL

Extremely rare two-light lantern brass and faceted glass, Attributed to Pietro Chiesa circa 1940s. Excellent condition. 35 x 40 cm.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

A Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze and Molded Glass Versailles Style Lantern
A Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze and Molded Glass Versailles Style Lantern

A Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze and Molded Glass Versailles Style Lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French, 19th-20th century gilt bronze and molded glass "Versailles" style single-light Hanging lantern. The elongated ovoid molded and glass body surmounted with a Royal Crown...

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Early 1900s French Louis XIV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

Small 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Natural Brass, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Aged Brass, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, 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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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.