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Pietro Chiesa Style Italian Lantern Pendant
Pietro Chiesa Style Italian Lantern Pendant

Pietro Chiesa Style Italian Lantern Pendant

By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa

Located in Hanover, MA

1940's Italian pendant lantern in the style of Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. Elegantly scrolled brass terminating in two scallop edged tulip form aluminum socket cups in original ...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Vintage Forget and Ribbed Glass whit wooden Details Pendant Lobby Lamp, 1950s
Vintage Forget and Ribbed Glass whit wooden Details Pendant Lobby Lamp, 1950s

Vintage Forget and Ribbed Glass whit wooden Details Pendant Lobby Lamp, 1950s

By Massive Lighting

Located in Verviers, BE

Forget and ribbed glass pendant lamp Materials:  Ribbed glass globe lampshade. Black painted curved iron slats pleated as a cage. Brass ornamental nuts, screws and parts. and canopy....

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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Sheet Metal, Metal

Early 20th Century Louis XV Style Wrought Iron 18-Light Crystal Chandelier
Early 20th Century Louis XV Style Wrought Iron 18-Light Crystal Chandelier

Early 20th Century Louis XV Style Wrought Iron 18-Light Crystal Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A French Early 20th century Louis XV style wrought iron and parcel-gilt eighteen-light crystal (cut-glass) chandelier. The black painted frame with twelve candle arms and six interio...

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron, 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

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

1940's four light Lantern Attributed to Fontana Arte
1940's four light Lantern Attributed to Fontana Arte

1940's four light Lantern Attributed to Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in Schoorl, NL

Very unique 1940s four light lantern attributed to Fontana Arte. Consists of four cut glass panels and a brass frame and green colored lamp socket.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Ten-Light Chandelier
Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Ten-Light Chandelier

Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Ten-Light Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze ten-light chandelier, the tapering leaf tip cast and fluted shaft over an urn form bowl issuing scrolling foliate arms upli...

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

J.T. Kalmar Glass Lantern, White Frame, Adjustable, Austria, 1970
J.T. Kalmar Glass Lantern, White Frame, Adjustable, Austria, 1970

J.T. Kalmar Glass Lantern, White Frame, Adjustable, Austria, 1970

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Bronx, NY

Kalmar lantern, Vienna, Austria, 1970. White painted frame with six thick individual glass elements with an Edison centre socket. The glass shows some blue and smokey depending on an...

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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Metal

Gaetano Sciolari Large Chrome and Glass Lens Chandelier, 1960s
Gaetano Sciolari Large Chrome and Glass Lens Chandelier, 1960s

Gaetano Sciolari Large Chrome and Glass Lens Chandelier, 1960s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in New York City, NY

Italian, Mid-Century Modern Gaetano Sciolari two-tier chandelier featuring a Sputnik frame and stepped canopy in the original chrome finish. Large optic glass lenses are decoratively...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Chrome

Rock Crystal Lantern
Rock Crystal Lantern

Rock Crystal Lantern

Located in New York, NY

Large lantern with rock crystal panel, antique brass decoration finish. Lantern dimension: 12”/H 4 sockets installed. Use four of 80 watts led long tube w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Lanterns

Materials

Rock Crystal

Ships Bow Lantern
Ships Bow Lantern

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

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 etched Swans, a brass frame and green colored lamp E14 socket. Glass panel 33cm width and 2...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Glass

PENROSE ON 120V - LED WITH CANDLE EFFECT dark bronze
PENROSE ON 120V - LED WITH CANDLE EFFECT dark bronze

PENROSE ON 120V - LED WITH CANDLE EFFECT dark bronze

By Tekna

Located in New York, NY

Candle light in dark bronze with outside fitted clear safety glass, superstructure with handle (eyelet). Supplied with an imitation oyster-white candleover with LED or candle effect ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

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

Louis Poulsen, Outdoor Wall Lamp in Black by Poul Henningsen

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis Poulsen, outdoor wall lamp in black by Poul Henningsen Measures: Width x height x length (mm) 283 x 239 x 336, 2.4 kg Material: Shades and arm in black lacquered stainless stee...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Moroccan Lantern Handcrafted Moorish Pendant Glass
Moroccan Lantern Handcrafted Moorish Pendant Glass

Moroccan Lantern Handcrafted Moorish Pendant Glass

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Stylish handcrafted Moroccan lantern pendant with frosted milky glass and multi-color molded glass. Handmade with small cut-glass with Moorish filigree metal designs. Multiple availa...

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1980s Moroccan Moorish Vintage 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

Hexagon Style Brass Beveled Glass Lantern Pendant Light
Hexagon Style Brass Beveled Glass Lantern Pendant Light

Hexagon Style Brass Beveled Glass Lantern Pendant Light

Located in New York, NY

20th century Bass pendant light features six beveled glass panes arranged in a hexagon pattern. Takes three standard household candelabra base lightbulbs. Cleaned and restored. Pleas...

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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Midcentury Gilt Iron Wall Mounted Lanterns with Single Lights
Pair of French Midcentury Gilt Iron Wall Mounted Lanterns with Single Lights

Pair of French Midcentury Gilt Iron Wall Mounted Lanterns with Single Lights

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French gilt iron wall mounted lanterns from the mid 20th century, with single lights and acorn style finials. Created in France during the midcentury period, each of this p...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Iron

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

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

White 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, 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 this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

Small 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 this ...

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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

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

Large 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

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

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 this ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Danish Copper Sidewalk or Lamps
Pair of Danish Copper Sidewalk or Lamps

Pair of Danish Copper Sidewalk or Lamps

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of copper outdoor or sidewalk lamps The light fixture has been restored to remove some previous denting, and the copper is bright and shiny. There is some attractive oxidizati...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Copper

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

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Aluminum

Klaus Nolting 'Qu' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Bronze for Ip44de
Klaus Nolting 'Qu' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Bronze for Ip44de

Klaus Nolting 'Qu' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Bronze for Ip44de

By Klaus Nolting

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

Materials

Aluminum

Solid Copper Not under Command Lantern
Solid Copper Not under Command Lantern

Solid Copper Not under Command Lantern

Located in Norwell, MA

Polished copper lantern with Fresnel glass lens, brass protective bars, hinged top, brass hasp. Dimensions: 10" diameter x 21" height (w/o handle).

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20th Century Lanterns

Four Liberty Engraved Glass Sphere Chandeliers or Lanterns, Italy, 1940
Four Liberty Engraved Glass Sphere Chandeliers or Lanterns, Italy, 1940

Four Liberty Engraved Glass Sphere Chandeliers or Lanterns, Italy, 1940

Located in Rome, IT

Finely hand blown engraved glass with stylized flowers an leaves in excellent vintage condition. One E 27 light bulb 5 Watt.  

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

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

Handcrafted Solid Copper Hanging Lantern with Unique Golfer Silhouette 20”x8”x8”
Handcrafted Solid Copper Hanging Lantern with Unique Golfer Silhouette 20”x8”x8”

Handcrafted Solid Copper Hanging Lantern with Unique Golfer Silhouette 20”x8”x8”

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Illuminate your space with a touch of rustic elegance and sporting charm with this exquisite, square hanging lantern. Crafted from solid copper, this piece is not just a light fixt...

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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

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

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

Elegant Large Brass Lantern
Elegant Large Brass Lantern

Elegant Large Brass Lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful lantern, the lantern is only 40 years old, but i thought it was beautiful and elegant, the picture speak for itself.

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1980s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Elegant 1950s Chandelier in Wood and Acrylic
Elegant 1950s Chandelier in Wood and Acrylic

Elegant 1950s Chandelier in Wood and Acrylic

Located in Antwerp, BE

Elegant 1950s chandelier is wood and acrylic. Diameter:32 cm. Height 65 cm.

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Starboard Ships Lantern with Cobalt Blue Lens
Starboard Ships Lantern with Cobalt Blue Lens

Starboard Ships Lantern with Cobalt Blue Lens

Located in Norwell, MA

Blue lens ships lantern with polished steel case and brass carry handle. The ships lantern is mounted to a thick wood base. Spectacular color from the lens. Circa 1920 Weight: 17 lb...

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1920s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel

1940's Three-Light French Lantern with Blue Crystal Flowers
1940's Three-Light French Lantern with Blue Crystal Flowers

1940's Three-Light French Lantern with Blue Crystal Flowers

Located in Schoorl, NL

Charming gilt metal lantern with bright blue colored crystal petals creating a flower. It holds three E27 sockets. We also have a similar fixture with amber colored petals. code 320d

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1990s Italian 6-Light Brass Lantern Chandelier – Glass Panel Design
1990s Italian 6-Light Brass Lantern Chandelier – Glass Panel Design

1990s Italian 6-Light Brass Lantern Chandelier – Glass Panel Design

Located in Dallas, TX

A sophisticated 1990s Italian six-light brass lantern chandelier featuring clear glass panels, exemplifying the elegance and craftsmanship of late 20th-century Italian lighting. Hand...

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1990s Italian Other Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1990s Antique Gold Gilded Iron Lantern – Brass Accents & Interior Silk Shade
1990s Antique Gold Gilded Iron Lantern – Brass Accents & Interior Silk Shade

1990s Antique Gold Gilded Iron Lantern – Brass Accents & Interior Silk Shade

Located in Dallas, TX

An elegant 1990s iron lantern finished in a rich antique gold gild, accented with brass detailing and fitted with an interior silk shade. This refined lighting fixture captures the g...

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1990s Other Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Iron

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Brushed 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 Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Painted Italian Floral Lantern
Hand Painted Italian Floral Lantern

Hand Painted Italian Floral Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add timeless charm and elegance to your space with this beautifully detailed vintage-style ceiling light fixture. Featuring delicate hand-painted floral accents, leafy green vines, a...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair of Danish Mega Design Table Lamps / Lanterns
Pair of Danish Mega Design Table Lamps / Lanterns

Pair of Danish Mega Design Table Lamps / Lanterns

Located in New York, NY

These two Danish table lanterns from the 1970's have brass frames with gold-toned lids.  

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp
Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp

Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp, hurricane oil lamp lantern. This oil lamp has a pottery base that evokes an Aladdin's Lam...

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20th Century Turkish Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns by George Mason of Boston
Rare Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns by George Mason of Boston

Rare Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns by George Mason of Boston

Located in Norwell, MA

Awesome pair of meticulously polished and lacquered Nineteenth Century solid brass ships port and starboard lanterns. This is a rare delicate pair with original makers badges. Weigh...

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1890s North American Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish 6-Arm Chandelier
Antique Swedish 6-Arm Chandelier

Antique Swedish 6-Arm Chandelier

Located in Sheffield, MA

Large, elegant and impressive, newly restored antique Swedish Gustavian style chandelier with 6 scrolled arms and gold hanging wood and mult...

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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wood

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

Beautiful French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Circular Lantern
Beautiful French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Circular Lantern

Beautiful French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Circular Lantern

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful French Louis XVI style cast and gilt bronze circular six lights lantern. Beautiful original gilding and circular glass.

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Early 1900s 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.