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Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern
Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern

Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Classical Iron Hanging Lantern This is a very attractive traditional Lantern it has pebble glazed sides which are divided into smaller panes The lamp is wired for electricity and re...

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19th Century Bohemian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Candél (Clear/Silver)
Candél (Clear/Silver)

Candél (Clear/Silver)

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 Asian Lanterns

Materials

Acrylic

American Cast Iron Cylinder Hanging Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century
American Cast Iron Cylinder Hanging Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century

American Cast Iron Cylinder Hanging Glass Lantern, Early 20th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron cylinder hanging lantern with twelve interior lights, three paneled glass, suspended by decorative cast chain. Early 20th Century.

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Early 20th Century American American Empire Lanterns

Materials

Iron

French Belle Époque Gilt Bronze, Patinated Bronze Ten-Light Cherub Chandelier
French Belle Époque Gilt Bronze, Patinated Bronze Ten-Light Cherub Chandelier

French Belle Époque Gilt Bronze, Patinated Bronze Ten-Light Cherub Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and rare French Belle Époque gilt bronze and ebonized-patinated bronze ten-light figural chandelier, with three winged cherubs, each holding a flame light with beaded gla...

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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Glass and Brass Lantern Modell L27 by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Glass and Brass Lantern Modell L27 by Hans Agne Jakobsson

Glass and Brass Lantern Modell L27 by Hans Agne Jakobsson

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in New York, NY

Large Glass and Brass Lantern Modell L27 by Hans Agne Jakobsson. Produced by the designer own company in Markaryd, Sweden, around the 1950's and in a very good vintage condition. The...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Whimsical French Lantern, Hand-Painted Tole and Glass, Louis XV Style
Whimsical French Lantern, Hand-Painted Tole and Glass, Louis XV Style

Whimsical French Lantern, Hand-Painted Tole and Glass, Louis XV Style

Located in Montreal, QC

This charming whimsical French lantern interprets playfully the Louis XV style, retaining its essence while abandoning formality. The hexagon frame and ornamental acanthus and leaves...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Tin

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

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

By Lenygon & Co. 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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Early 1900s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères
Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères

Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères

By Adolf Loos, Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The geometric brass, tan leather and glass 'Pentagone' lantern by Design Frères. In the style of Adolf Loos. The Dodekaeder lamp as originally designed by Adolf Loos for the Knize Gentlemen's stores (Vienna, Paris, Berlin, Bad Gastein...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Custom Whimsical Tole Fixture
Custom Whimsical Tole Fixture

Custom Whimsical Tole Fixture

By Lerebours

Located in New York, NY

Custom whimsical tole fixture. Please note that this fixture is customizable. Lead Time is 8-10 weeks.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Rococo Lantern, French, Circa 1870, Glass
Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Rococo Lantern, French, Circa 1870, Glass

Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Rococo Lantern, French, Circa 1870, Glass

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Fine Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Rococo Lantern. Finely cast with fronded and scrolling acanthus and ribbon tied foliate decoration. French, Circa 1870.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Style Round Chandelier or Pendant, Milk Glass & Brass Inlay, a Pair
Art Deco Style Round Chandelier or Pendant, Milk Glass & Brass Inlay, a Pair

Art Deco Style Round Chandelier or Pendant, Milk Glass & Brass Inlay, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

An exceptional and stunning pair of Art Deco style milk glass round shape chandeliers or pendants with brass inlay and handcrafted with a filigree design canopy. These fine custom lanterns...

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1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Charles Edwards Mews Ceiling Lantern Pendant Fixture Mahogany & Nickel, UK
Charles Edwards Mews Ceiling Lantern Pendant Fixture Mahogany & Nickel, UK

Charles Edwards Mews Ceiling Lantern Pendant Fixture Mahogany & Nickel, UK

By Charles Edwards

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Charles Edwards Mews Ceiling Lantern, Mahogany and Nickel, UK. This handmade Charles Edwards piece has a 4-light candelabra inside a unique wooden frame with polished nickel accents....

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Late 20th Century British Neoclassical Lanterns

Materials

Nickel

Large Geometric Bronze and Copper Lantern in the Style of Lyman Drake
Large Geometric Bronze and Copper Lantern in the Style of Lyman Drake

Large Geometric Bronze and Copper Lantern in the Style of Lyman Drake

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Large hand-built geometric bronze and copper lantern in the style of Lyman Drake with pattern glass window pains and floral accents. addx1

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1980s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

French Vintage Brass and Cut Clear Glass Hexagonal Hanging Lantern
French Vintage Brass and Cut Clear Glass Hexagonal Hanging Lantern

French Vintage Brass and Cut Clear Glass Hexagonal Hanging Lantern

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

French vintage brass and cut clear glass hexagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1950s. This adorable pendant lantern features a hexagonal brass and metal frame. Six faces and 12 cl...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Handmade American Indoor / Outdoor 'Calhoun' Wall Lantern
Handmade American Indoor / Outdoor 'Calhoun' Wall Lantern

Handmade American Indoor / Outdoor 'Calhoun' Wall Lantern

By Far-Fetched, LLC.

Located in Houston, TX

This solid brass wall sconce is a replica of a late 19th century model. It is handmade in the US. It is an exterior sconce that can be used inside as well. Price is for one light. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American American Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

Superb Quality Pair of Art Deco Style Brass and Glass Lanterns
Superb Quality Pair of Art Deco Style Brass and Glass Lanterns

Superb Quality Pair of Art Deco Style Brass and Glass Lanterns

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Superb Quality Pair of Art Deco Style Brass and Glass Lanterns These lovely lights have 6 curved glass panels The lanterns has a single sconce which gives a bright light when lit ...

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1940s Adam Style Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Harem Pendant Lantern
Solid Brass Harem Pendant Lantern

Solid Brass Harem Pendant Lantern

Located in Hanover, MA

I am a brass-aholic and this is an incredible piece of machine turned solid brass with quatrefoil perforations. It unscrews in four sections and has a single socket. The brass glea...

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1960s Vintage Lanterns

Black-Painted Hexagonal Street Lantern
Black-Painted Hexagonal Street Lantern

Black-Painted Hexagonal Street Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

Black-painted hexagonal street lantern from the South of France. Newly wired for use within the USA using UL listed parts. Includes chain and canopy (listed height does not include c...

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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Steel

Large Spanish Colonial Square Forged and Hammered Iron and Art Glass Lantern
Large Spanish Colonial Square Forged and Hammered Iron and Art Glass Lantern

Large Spanish Colonial Square Forged and Hammered Iron and Art Glass Lantern

Located in Houston, TX

The square lantern has been newly wired in the US. The glass is a pretty amethyst color. The lantern was made with hand-hammered and forged iron. There are Arts and Crafts and Gothic (simple) elements to the light. It could go in many rooms of a home. It was previously a hall or entry lantern...

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20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Murano Sputnik White Flowers Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendants, 1980
Murano Sputnik White Flowers Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendants, 1980

Murano Sputnik White Flowers Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendants, 1980

Located in Roma, Lazio

Large glass flowers make up this Murano chandelier with a very particular design. A classic Sputnik created by the Murano furnaces. The chandelier is made up of a large central sphe...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray
Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray

Ship's Copper Anchor Lantern from Early Twentieth Century by R.C. Murray

Located in Norwell, MA

Ship's anchor lantern of polished brass and copper. Maker is R.C. Murray Limited, 37 Cavendish St, Glasgow. Meticulously polished and lacquered, this has been completely restored by ...

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1920s British Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Antique Lanterns
Antique Lanterns

Antique Lanterns

$3,920Sale Price / set|20% Off

Antique Lanterns

Located in Dallas, TX

They are beautiful lanterns for your home.

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Early 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères
Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères

Geometric Brass, Tan Leather and Glass 'Pentagone' Lantern by Design Frères

By Adolf Loos, Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The geometric brass, tan leather and glass 'Pentagone' lantern by Design Frères. In the style of Adolf Loos. The Dodekaeder lamp as originally designed by Adolf Loos for the Knize Gentlemen's stores (Vienna, Paris, Berlin, Bad Gastein...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection

Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, 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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

Medium 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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern 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 ...

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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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

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

Materials

Ceramic

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

Medium Emerald 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 Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Small Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Small Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

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

Materials

Ceramic

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

Small 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

Materials

Ceramic

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

Large Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, 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

Materials

Ceramic

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in White for IP44de
Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in White for IP44de

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in White for IP44de

By Klaus Nolting

Located in Glendale, CA

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in white 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 'Lix' portable rechargeable indoor/outdoor table lamp...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Sage for IP44de
Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Sage for IP44de

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Sage for IP44de

By Klaus Nolting

Located in Glendale, CA

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in sage 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 'Lix' portable rechargeable indoor/outdoor table lamp...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

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

Mosque Lamp In Glass And Bronze, 20th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

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

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20th Century Unknown Islamic Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Antique Golden Candle Holder CEILING LAMP, Pendant Light Art Deco Chandelier
Antique Golden Candle Holder CEILING LAMP, Pendant Light Art Deco Chandelier

Antique Golden Candle Holder CEILING LAMP, Pendant Light Art Deco Chandelier

Located in Wembley, GB

There is space for six candles in yellow metal with small and large prisms. Length: 25cm Width: 26cm Height (luminaire): 120cm, including Chain. Condition Excellent Condition.

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1950s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Gold, Brass, Bronze, Sheet Metal

19th Century Antique Gilt Brass Hallway Lantern, Elegant Design
19th Century Antique Gilt Brass Hallway Lantern, Elegant Design

19th Century Antique Gilt Brass Hallway Lantern, Elegant Design

Located in Lincoln, GB

Antique Large Elegant Gilt Hallway Lantern This exquisite hexagonal hallway lantern is masterfully crafted and elegantly gilded, embodying timeless sophistication. The lantern is de...

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19th Century Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1940s Slag Glass Lantern
1940s Slag Glass Lantern

1940s Slag Glass Lantern

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1940s slag glass / metal lantern. Needs rewiring.

Category

1940s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Brass Faceted Glass Pendant Lantern
Brass Faceted Glass Pendant Lantern

Brass Faceted Glass Pendant Lantern

$490Sale Price / item|59% Off

Brass Faceted Glass Pendant Lantern

Located in Vienna, AT

Brass frame gold-plated with six feceted glasses in the style of Adolf Loos from the 1970's. Dimention of the lamp only 8.26x8.26.15.74inch Total height 78.74inch

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1970s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Set of Three Arts & Crafts Tole and Amber Glass Lanterns
Set of Three Arts & Crafts Tole and Amber Glass Lanterns

Set of Three Arts & Crafts Tole and Amber Glass Lanterns

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A set of three rich looking heavy tole lanterns, rich in character, with single 60 watt sockets, newly rewired, with warm amber colored glass.  

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1930s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Mid-Century Brass Chinese Lattice Lantern Sconces
Pair of French Mid-Century Brass Chinese Lattice Lantern Sconces

Pair of French Mid-Century Brass Chinese Lattice Lantern Sconces

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Mid-Century (1940s) brass wall sconces with Chinese lattice-design wall brackets supporting four-sided fixtures with frosted glass panels. (PRICED AS Pair).  

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Ruby Red Perkins Lantern
Solid Brass Ruby Red Perkins Lantern

Solid Brass Ruby Red Perkins Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid brass Perkins Marine ship's lantern with rich red lens and protective brass bars, vented top with hoisting ring. Dimensions: 10" L x 10" W x 14" H.

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20th Century Lanterns

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

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

Materials

Ceramic

English Faux Painted Tin Hanging Glass Lantern, 20th Century
English Faux Painted Tin Hanging Glass Lantern, 20th Century

English Faux Painted Tin Hanging Glass Lantern, 20th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

English faux painted tin hanging lantern with a centered ring over beading, decorative floral swags, three-tiered step back, four glass sides with a hinged door, three-light cluster ...

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20th Century English Victorian Lanterns

Materials

Tin

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

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

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

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

Located in Charleston, SC

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

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1840s American American Empire Antique Lanterns

Materials

Silver, Brass, Iron, Nickel

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.