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Lanterns For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: Early 1900s
Solid Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by Meteorite of England
Located in Norwell, MA
Clear Fresnel glass lens, removable red lens. Fitted to a mahogany base. Brasses include badges, handles, hasp, hinges, bars, etc. Weight: 16 lbs. Overall Di...
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1920s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

French Art Deco Cut Glass Brass Three-Light Chaptel Lantern 1910s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
One of kind hand blown clear cut glass chapel lantern with a central three-bulb candelabra cluster and elegant brass mounts, France, 1910-1920. The glass bowl and upper glass plate c...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Edgar Brandt Rare Art Deco Lantern
Located in NANTES, FR
Edgar Brandt rare Art Deco Lantern Wrought iron Art Deco lantern, original cathedral glass, doves decor on each side. In very good condition and electrified Measures: Heig...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

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Wrought Iron

Large Copper and Brass Ship's Port Lantern Light by Meteorite Birmingham England
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Large early 20th Century Antique British solid copper and brass nautical Port signal lantern/lamp with Fresnel lens. With maker's badge from English fir...
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Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

French Bronze Hall Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1920. French bronze hall lantern. Sku 1121. W24 x D24 x H62cm.
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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Set of Three Oriental Style Metal Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Set of three oriental style metal and glass lanterns, two with ceramic sockets and wiring, one without socket.
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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Bronze Lantern, French, XX th
Located in Nice, FR
Bronze lantern, 4 lights, period curved glass, French work dated 1920. It can be put in an entrance of a house or elsewhere. It is in working order, it works at the electricity level...
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1910s French Baroque Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's translucent hand-painted Japanese porcelain lanterns with an interior light. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop: 18" Diameter: 6.5"
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1920s Japanese Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Hanging Black Iron Lantern with Ribbon and Floral Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French single-light lantern style hanging light fixture from the early 20th century. This antique chandelier from France features a lantern-style body adorn in a whimsical bow-tied ribbon, leaf, and flower motif. The iron armature is painted black, and glass panels are set within the side panels. There is a nicely sized single light, which hangs from the top center (though please note that it is old European wiring, so please plan on having this piece re-wired.) This antique French black iron lantern stands...
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Early 20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Antique English Gothic Gold Bronze Hall Lantern, Circa 1900.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Gothic Gold Bronze Hall Lantern, Circa 1900. A nice bronze lantern with Gothic structure.
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Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Outstanding Pair of Marine Lanterns by Peter Gray of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Very fine and rare pair of polished and lacquered ships lanterns with makers badges from Peter Gray of Boston. This is a great pair with rich red and blue Fresnel glass lenses set in...
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Early 1900s North American Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Bow Light Yacht Masthead Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass masthead lantern with lavender tinted Fresnel lens. Vented top with carry ring. “Bow light” is engraved onto an applied badge soldered to the cas...
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1920s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

English Silvered Bronze Lantern with Mica Panels 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1376 English silvered bronze lantern with mica panes One 100 watt Edison bulb Rewired.
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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Ships Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass boat lantern with very thick clear dioptric lens and removable red filter. Fitted with original oil burner. Awesome small maritime relic. Weight: 2 LBS Overall dimens...
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1920s European Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Circa 1920, French Glass and Brass Parlour Lantern
Located in BALCATTA, WA
This stunning C. 1920 French Parlour lantern features hand painted rosettes and leaves on cast Deco glass. The brass has tarnished resulting in a beauti...
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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Circa 1900, Parisienne Bronze Painted Lantern / Chandelier
Located in BALCATTA, WA
We found this gorgeous Lantern in Paris from one of our older dealers who told us he purchased the piece from a country estate during the Winter. The lantern is made from cast bronze and has been painted with blanc paint, we believe at a later stage. The ornate fleur detailing, tiered ribboning and symbolic acorns adorn the lantern in true Parisienne style, making this lighting fixture the perfect accompaniment to a Province or Hamptons style...
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Early 1900s Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

20th century, French Gilt Bronze Four Lights Lantern Chandelier
Located in IT
20th century, French Gilt Bronze Four Lights Lantern Chandelier This four-light gilded bronze lantern was made in France in the early 20th century. The central element is circular...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Antique Gothic American Iron Hall Lantern, Circa 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Gothic American iron hall lantern, Circa 1900-1910.
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Lanterns

Materials

Iron

French Handcrafted Wrought Iron Glass Lantern Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A four-sided Arts & Crafts wrought iron lantern with yellow glass panels for indoor and outdoor use, France, 1920-1930. Brass and porcelain E27 light socket for a large sized bulb up...
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique English Bronze Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's English patinated bronze lantern with 4 interior lights. Measurements: Present drop: 38" Diameter: 19".
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Early 1900s English Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

English 1920s Three-Light Wired Bronze Lantern with Palmettes and Glass Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English three-light bronze lantern from the early 20th century, with palmette motifs and glass panels. Created in England during the Roaring Twenties, this lantern features a bron...
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Early 20th Century English Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Circa 1910's Oversized Bent Glass Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1251 White leaded glass encased in bronze. Take one 100 watt Edison based bulb Supplied with 2' chain and canopy.
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Early 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Ships Port Lantern by Peter Gray of Boston
Located in Norwell, MA
Steel cased ships port lantern by Nineteenth century maker Peter Gray of Boston. Polished steel case. Red Fresnel lens. Thick wood base. Protective brass ...
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1910s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Beautiful and Large 1920's Brass Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant large ( 4 feet ) 1920's brass lantern, the patina is allot nicer in person, the glass is beveled , would look impressive in an entryway.
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1920s American American Colonial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Industrial Lighting Ships Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Ships lantern with brass makers from Perko, Perkins Marine Lamp and Hardware Corporation, Brooklyn New York. The polished and lacquered case has a metal ...
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1920s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel

French Brass Lantern, 'Part of a Set of two' (third one sold)
Located in London, GB
A beautiful brass and glazed lantern. Part of a set of three matching lanterns. NOW ONLY TWO AVAILABLE AS ONE SOLD. Price is for one lantern only. Th...
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1920s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

1920s Octagonal Bronze and Slate Glass Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1920s Bronze and slate glass lantern. Was rewired about 10 years ago, needs rewiring.
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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Copper Ships Masthead Lantern On Base
Located in Norwell, MA
High quality solid copper and brass trimmed masthead lantern. With maker's badge from Tung Woo Masthead and Serial No. M123. Thick Fresnel lens, hinged top ve...
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Large French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Crystal Four-Light Lantern, 1920-1930
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very elegant gilt bronze and brass mounted cylindrical lantern with a central four-light candelabra cluster, France, 1920-1930. Finely handcrafted, clean lines and modern design in...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Dutch Arts & Crafts Painted Glass and Brass Entrance or Hallway Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Another colorful and stylish light fixture from the early 1900's. This rare and highly stylish lantern was made in early 1900s Amsterdam and the colors of the fire painted opaline g...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Wrought Iron Lantern with Amber Glass
Located in Canton, MA
Wrought iron lantern with textured amber glass panels. French. Early 20th Century Dimensions: Height: 40 Width (Diameter): 14.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Solid Copper Ships Port and Starboard Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Sturdy ships port and starboard ships lanterns with Fresnel glass lenses. With brass badges from English maker "Meteorite" and port and starboard. This is not a perfect pair as the h...
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Ceiling Lamp / Lantern by Marius Ernest Sabino, Signed and Numbered
Located in Köln, NW
French Art Deco ceiling lamp / lantern by Marius Ernest Sabino. Signed and numbered in the glass. "Sabino Paris Deposé , Model 4670. Original bronze/bras...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Restored English Ships Lantern, C1920
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished and lacquered English ships lantern of brass. Meticulously polished and lacquered. Oil tank has been retrofitted with a led bulb and wire. Four glass panes and protective brass bars. Vented chimney. Hoisting handle Circa 1920. In the style of Davey of London.
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Ships Solid Copper Anchor Lantern, Circa 1920
Located in Norwell, MA
Ship lantern with solid copper case, brass trim, hoisting and bale handle, etc. Highly polished and lacquered with glass Fresnel lens. Recently rewired with a new power cord for home...
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1920s European Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Early 20th C. Spanish Mediterranean Style Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional antique wrought iron lantern with painted steel applied foliage and mica panels. Three light cluster, recently rewired and reconditioned. Ready to install. Measuremen...
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Early 20th Century American Other Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Art Nouveau Style Butterfly and Flowers Garden Candle Lanterns
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-981 Pair Japanese butterfly and flowers garden candle lanterns. Can be purchased individually for $300 each
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Early 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Cylindrical Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Magnificent Gilt Bronze Louis XVI style Lantern, profusely decorated with garlands of flowers. Four original curved glass panels. Exqu...
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Antique Arts and Crafts Bronze, Brass and Beveled Glass Lantern / Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Large size and great looking, open design, hexagonal hallway lantern. This rare and stylish Arts and Crafts lantern is all handcrafted in the earliest years of the 1900s. What makes this sizable antique extra special is the open design with the six stylized, diamond shaped and perfectly beveled glass panels. The outside is a hexagonal design, but the 'base' and 'top' of this pendant are open and decorated with flowing bronze elements that take this wonderful work of lighting art to the next level. This classy and timeless pendant with its marvelous patina can be used and enjoyed in all sorts of rooms and interiors, but to us this is the ideal entry hall or landing or stairwell pendant...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique English Adam Style Gold Bronze 6-Light Lantern, Circa 1920
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Adam style gold bronze 6-light Lantern, Circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century English Adam Style Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Hallway Lantern Lamp
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An elegant antique lantern / hallway lamp. The crown-shaped fixture is made entirely of cast bronze. The lampshade is made of molded glass, with floral m...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Italian Early 20th Century Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very handsome Italian early 20th century chandelier - Lantern. Beautifully constructed from iron in Neogothique taste. Wonderful craftsma...
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Early 20th Century Italian Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Large Pierced Persian Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Persian pierced brass light fixture with five lights. Measurements: Diameter: 24.5" Drop: 21".
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1920s Persian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair Greek Ornate Brass and Frosted Glass Church Lanterns, Circa 1920's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1219 Pair of hand crafted Greek church offering lanterns with intricate detailing.
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1920s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Set of Outdoor Verdigris Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of four circa 1920's English metal lanterns with verdigris patina. Sold individually. Measurements: Minimum drop: 32" Diameter: 16".
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Antique Pierced Brass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Persian pierced light fixture with 4 candelabra interior lights. Measurements: Height: 23" Diameter: 18.5".
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Early 1900s Persian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large Gothic Revival Medieval Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass Pendant / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
All handcrafted, hexagonal Gothic light lantern. If you are a collector of rare and ancient looking Gothic antiques then this good size and possibly one of a kind pendant could be flying your way soon. With antique light fixtures as one of our specialties, we know how rare Gothic lanterns are and we are certain this fine specimen will find its way to a good home too. Also, because this all hand-crafted, Gothic Revival pendant completely original and in very good condition. The natural wear has only made this rare fixture more beautiful and its authentic, Medieval look and feel will never fail to impress. It may have originally hung in the entrance of a home in France or maybe above the main entrance of a medieval style chateau or castle, we are not sure. What we are quite certain of is that it is highly unlikely that we or you will ever find another one like it. The stylized Gothic rosettes above and below the Gothic church window-like panels in all six sides are just some of the wonderful features that make this work of lighting art so authentic and desirable. This light even comes with the original, antique cathedral glass...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron, Metal

Antique Repousse' Metal Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Persian repousse' metal lantern with inset stones and interior light. Measurements: Drop: 28" Diameter: 10"
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1920s Persian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Pair of Solid Copper Port and Starboard Lights by "Griffiths & Sons"
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of highest quality solid copper port and starboard ship's lanterns by "Griffiths & Sons." These ship's lanterns are of highly polished copper and brass with sturdy bezels, hinge...
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1920s British Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

French Art Nouveau & Art Deco Bronze Purple Pink Glass Fringe Chandelier Lantern
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful antique French Art Nouveau Art Deco bronze lantern and purple and clear glass straw fringe, 2 tiers. Age patina, Measures: Depth 7.8 in /20 cm Width 7.8 in /20 cm Diago...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Elegant Barovier Hand Blown Glass Pendant Lantern, 1940s
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Barovier hand blown glass pendant lantern with a precious "pulegoso" cup 1940s. Three E 14 light bulbs.
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of French 1920s Iron Three-Light Lanterns with Scrolling Motifs and Foliage
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French iron lanterns from the early 20th century, with three lights and scrolling motifs. Created in France during the second quarter of the 20th century, each of this pair...
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Early 20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Large Brass Marine Lantern By Davey
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships lantern with makers badge from Davey of London. Approved 1924 Regulation marine lamp. There are three glass panels with protective br...
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Japanese Bronze Lantern, Early 20th Century
Located in Marseille, FR
Japanese bronze lantern from the early 20th century, height dimension with chain 90 cm for a diameter of 34 cm. Additional information: Material: copper & brass, metal & wrought ...
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Early 20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Monumental French Gothic Antique Lantern Outdoor Wall Light
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent French Gothic Revival outdoor lantern. The monumental size sconce with beautiful verdigris patina finish features a tall architectural iron cage body topped with an...
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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Italian Art Nouveau & Art Deco Murano Pink Crystals Tear Drop Bronze Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Beautiful antique Italian Art Nouveau and Art Deco Murano pink crystals tear drop bronze chandelier in a radial pattern with a very sparkling effect typical of Hollywood style and gl...
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Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Brass Art Deco Lantern with Original Cut Glass, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco lantern. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Brass frame and chain. Original cut glass which has no cracks or hidden damages. Rewired with one origin...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Copper Ships Masthead Lantern by Meteorite of England
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid copper and brass ships lantern with Fresnel glass lens. Meticulously polished and lacquered and mounted to a thick wood base. The lantern case is fitted with a makers plate fro...
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1920s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

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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