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Lanterns For Sale
French, 18th/19th Century Metal Lantern
Located in Buisson, FR
Very rare small folk art lantern. Its design is wonderful due to its simplicity, France, circa 1800-1850. Beautiful weathered.
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Lanterns

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Metal

Gilt Wrought Iron Chandelier with Japanese Geisha in Crystal
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian chandelier with scrolled arms and leaves and unusual frosted crystal candleholders and central figure in the form of a Japanese geisha, circa 1920. Total height with the c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Lanterns

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Gold Leaf, Brass

Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Bell Pendant from Hotel Bristol Merano
Located in Hanover, MA
Original iridescent opaque white Murano glass bell-form campagna pendant light commissioned by Aldo Bennati, a Genoese shipping industrialist and owner of the Hotel Bauer...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Single Vintage Square Hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
elegant hanging lantern made of solid brass, with three 40/watt lights Original clear acrylic sides. Very nice patina New Canopy and chain included.
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20th Century American Lanterns

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Brass

French Copper and Glass Tapering Four-Light Lanterns with Spheres, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two French copper four-light lanterns from the 20th century with glass panels, tapering silhouettes and petite spheres. These two French copper lanterns from the 20th century, each f...
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20th Century French Lanterns

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Copper

Pair Of Large Square Handcrafted Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional four sides hanging pair of lanterns made of handcrafted solid copper and brass stem with four 60/watt lights, beautiful patina ,suitable for wet location Made in the US ,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

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Brass, Copper

18th Century India Bronze Hanging Oil Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Sri Lankan hanging bronze oil lamp with Makara head spout. Solid bronze. Can be hung or used as a stand-alone decorating piece. Great piece to use with any decor. Dimen...
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18th Century Sri Lankan Grand Tour Antique Lanterns

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Bronze

1940s Brass And Glass Crown Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Brass and glass lantern with Vaseline glass. This is meant for a candle, but if brought to an electrician, they can wire it for electricity. Presently only used for candles. On...
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1940s Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Wonderful Gilt Bronze Readed X-Pattern Curved Glass Lantern Neoclassical Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
Perfect for a hallway or a covered porch, this Classic gilt bronze and curved glass four light lantern. With beautiful scrolls curving at the top and supporting the lights, and beaut...
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1950s Neoclassical Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Adolf Loos Jugendstil Opaline Glass and Brass Pendant, Re Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Ceiling light with opaline glass shade, different sizes, comes as well as a downlight Total drop custom made All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional char...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns

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Brass

1970s Tall Hexagonal Brass and Curved Bevelled Glass Lantern, Swedish
Located in London, GB
Elevate your space with the timeless charm of our Tall Brass Frame Lantern, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. This lantern combines the warm radiance of brass with the ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Smallest Venetian Hall Pendant Light, Mouth Blown Glass into Wrought Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Smallest ever Venetian pendant in a hand forged wrought iron frame. This adorable and antique Venetian pendant light is the smallest of its kind that we ever had the pleasure of o...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Caged Amber Glass Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
An amber, crackle, caged glass lantern pendant light from the mid 20th century; in an elegant shape with a decorative cap and s-curve accents. Newly rewired. 13" diameter X 26.5" hei...
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1960s Vintage Lanterns

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Metal

Pair of Rattan Rope Large Drum Pendant Lights / Lanterns, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of handcrafted rattan drum shaped ceiling suspension lamps in rope and rattan. Spain, 1960s This large artisan lanterns has an eye-catching design featuring a cylindrical structure made of rattan sticks wraped and detailed with jute rope. Combining Coastal style and Bohemian accents. They hang from a chain with bamboo sticks alternating with rattan links ended by a wooden canopy. The length of the chain can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. These suspension lamps will add a fresh Mediterranean taste over a kitchen's table, dining area or bedroom at a beach or countryside house decoration. Newly wired with an E27 bulb each. On sale as a pair Measurements: 42,5 cm diameter x 32 cm height (without the chain), 80 cm total height (including the chain and the canopy). We are specialists in lighting: a curated selection of rattan and bamboo pendants is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Spanish pendant light...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Cane, Rattan, Rope

Antique Etched Amethyst Glass Bell Jar Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
A unique bell jar lantern in late 19th century, amethyst glass with hand engraved stars and a frosted band that diffuses the light magnificently. Newly made with three candlestick li...
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Late 19th Century Antique Lanterns

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Brass

Paire appliques françaises Ferme provence Pop
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Paire d'appliques made in France Type traditionnel Revisité en version pop jaune Globes en verre taillé type art déco Mix unique Parfait état de fonctionnement Aucun défaut
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1980s French French Provincial Vintage Lanterns

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Wool, Glass

French Antique Bronze Lantern
Located in Austin, TX
Lantern from France with a bronze structure and curved glass panes. The fixture is adorned with stylized acorn finials and acanthus leaves. There are four candelabras. It has been ne...
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1920s French Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

Large 19th Century Copper Hanging Lantern This is a Large Copper Lantern
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large 19th Century Copper Hanging Lantern This is a Large Copper Lantern it has a natural oxidised patina, the Lamp has 4 glazed sides with a door on one side, the lantern can be hung from above, it has not been wire for electricity but we have shown it with a lite bulb to show how it will look when lit The copper work is heavy and has verdigris patina This is a superb piece of 19th century metal work there are no cracks in the glass The Lantern is 14” across at the wide part and 24” high...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Lanterns

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Copper

Pair of French, 19th Century Metal Lanterns
Located in Buisson, FR
Nice pair of metal lanterns, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered and old repairs ( some of the glass once replaced ) Measures: H:26,5-32,5cm W:10,5-12,5cm Measurement here below of t...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Lanterns

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Iron

Josef Hoffmann/ Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Silk/Brass Wall Lamp Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
For the residence of the Banker Dr Dietrich Moldauer Material: Patinated brass, silk, all other colors are possible as well available as single fixture - price is then half - is mis...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns

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Brass

Mid-Century Large Six Facet’s Bronze Lantern Louis XV Style, French
Located in London, GB
This splendid mid-century lantern pays homage to the Louis XV era, a period celebrated for its ornate design and lavish aesthetics. With its graceful curves, intricate detailing, and...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu And Crystal Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu and Crystal lantern. The lantern is modeled off an antechamber lantern still situated in the Palais de Versail...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

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Crystal, Ormolu

Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Rattan Pendants, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of midcentury rattan pendants, Denmark, 1960s. These beautiful suspension lamps are handcrafted in rattan, lamp shade design with wood canopy. Each pendant with single brass bul...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

Matching pair of mid century, Dutch royal lanterns
Located in Worthing, GB
Introducing a pair of Dutch antique lanterns that will transport you back in time to the enchanting streets of Amsterdam. These exquisite lanterns are a true testament to the craft...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Early 20th Century French Gilt Bronze & Glass Hall Lantern
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century gilt bronze & glass hall lantern, French. In the baroque to rococo transitional taste. Pineapple drop symbolizing "Bienvenue!" or "Welcome!". Fine condition. Repla...
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Lanterns

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Bronze

Beautiful, French baroque bronze and etched glass lantern (pair available)
Located in Worthing, GB
For those with a discerning taste for the extraordinary, we present an exquisite Antique Baroque Bronze Lantern that will transport you to a bygone era of opulence and grandeur. Th...
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Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Lanterns

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Bronze

Venini Murano Chandelier/Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
Designed by the venerable Paulo Venini in the 1940's, this rare brass and Murano glass lantern in the Directoire Revival style is a show stopper. Clear Mu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Directoire Lanterns

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Brass

Louis SOGNOT Bamboo Pendant Lantern Chandelier, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bamboo pendant lantern chandelier by Louis SOGNOT, France, 1950s. Bamboo, rattan and paper. Original faux woven wicker paper shade. Height: 5"(38cm), Diameter : 16.5"(42cm). Delivere...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Bamboo, Paper

Early Newyork Subway Train Station 32” Bronze Lantern Light
Located in Bensalem, PA
This is a truly amazing piece of New York City subway history solid bronze lantern with 2 sets of 4 original acrylic subway inserts black and white this does not have any wiring or s...
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1890s American Gothic Antique Lanterns

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Bronze

Rococo Style Gilt-Bronze Hall Lantern
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Large Rococo Style Gilt-Bronze Hall Lantern. Grand in scale, this palatial lantern is finely cast in gilt-bronze. It is sumptuously modelled with asymmetrical C-scrolls, swept aca...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Lanterns

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Ormolu

A pair of large green Lanterns , Classic Baltic style crystal and gilt bronze
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of large Neo classical Lanterns in Baltic Directoire style, 4 lights, clear crystal bowl, overcome by a green crystal disc , gilt bronze fixings with foliage and grapes moti...
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1990s Baltic Directoire Lanterns

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Crystal

Vintage Four-Sides Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage quality handmade solid copper lantern with two 60 watt lights. Electrified and ready to light. Beautiful oxidization patina. Could be used in wet location and indoor. Chain a...
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20th Century American Lanterns

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Copper

Vintage Four-Sides Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage quality handmade solid copper lantern with two 60 watt lights. Electrified and ready to light. Beautiful oxidization patina. Could be used in wet location and indoor. Chain a...
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20th Century American Lanterns

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Copper

1960s French Louis XVI Style Bronze Lantern with Curved Glass
Located in London, GB
This very elegant 4-branch French lantern is from the 1960s in the style of Louis XVI and is crafted from bronze and features graceful and delicate ornaments such as garlands, ribbon...
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1960s French Louis XVI Vintage Lanterns

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Bronze

3 Grandes Appliques GUZZINI 1976 Prix pour une applique
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Ancien éclairage publique de la ville de Turin en Italie Structure acier noir fraîchement repeintes en matt Globes en polypropylene fumé sans fissures, mais présentant quelques légè...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Metal

Paire d'appliques Arlus / Lunel 1955
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Paire d'appliques Françaises en laiton et opalines 1 paire blanche l'autre paire noire Verres sans le moindre défaut Laiton dans un état d'usure normal pour leur âge Le support en b...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

Large French, 18th/19th Century Metal Lantern
Located in Buisson, FR
Very rare and early metal lantern, France, circa 1780-1850 with its beautiful original paint. Weathered.
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19th Century Antique Lanterns

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Iron

Mid Century Sculptural Danish Ceramic Wall Sconce, Handmade, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish ceramic wall lamp from the 1970s, handmade by an unkown Danish Artist. The decorative wall lamp is made of 3 glazed ceramic disks in various shades of earthern colors. The la...
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Late 20th Century Danish Brutalist Lanterns

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Ceramic, Stoneware

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...
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1920s North American Vintage Lanterns

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Copper

XL-Graben Cafe Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Chandelier, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Josef Hoffmann designed this pendant for the famous Graben Cafè in Vienna. he earlier has used this design for the Staekelberg, Knips and Zuckerkandl Mansion. We have also a version ...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns

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Brass

Italian Brass Crystal Murano Glass Customizable Pendant / Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Price is per individual lantern, 1 is available now and ready to ship from NYC. Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design round lantern / chandelier, entirely handcrafted, customizable in...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Lanterns

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Brass

Rare Venini Reticello Pendant by Carlo Scarpa, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing and rare pendant with a precious hand blown reticello Murano glass sphere designed by Carlo Scarpa, 1940. Excellent original condition. One E27 Light bulb 60 Watt. Price ...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

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Blown Glass

Pair of Antique Italian Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's etched glass lanterns with neoclassic silver plated bodies with 4 candelabra lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Present drop: 33.5" Diameter: 18"(widest p...
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1920s Italian Vintage Lanterns

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Silver Plate

Modern Flowers Sputnik Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Rome, IT
Large contemporary Sputnik chandelier composed of precious hand blown Murano flowers art glasses with clear and white color. Available also a pair. Chromed steel spherical frame, w...
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2010s Italian Modern Lanterns

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Blown Glass

Large Louis XV Style Five-Panel Bronze Hall Lantern, 1870s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and elegant 19th Century Louis XV style hall lantern. Striking French design from the 1870s. Original gilt bronze doré shell-crested frame with five original yellow color...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

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Bronze

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

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Brass, Copper

Rare & Small Venetian Murano Pendant Mouth Blown Opalescent Glass in Iron Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Small & brilliant Venetian pendant. Perfect blue opalescent glass in a forged wrought iron frame. This small size antique Venetian pendant light is the only one we ever found with o...
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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns

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Wrought Iron, Iron

Pair Of Powder Coated Aluminium Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of elegant outdoor lights made of power coated aluminium , hand painted , ample light exposure of three 60/watt lights , solid quality craftsmanship , suitable for wet locat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

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Aluminum

French Brass & Glass 4 Light Round Lantern Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
This cast brass pendant features bent glass segments forming a cylinder and topped with elegant solid brass brackets, four candle lights, and a matching chain and canopy. This light ...
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20th Century Lanterns

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Brass

Pair of Vintage French Copper Lanterns from Toulouse France Unrestored Condition
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Copper Vintage Lanterns that have not been restored or rewired. This pair of Vintage Copper French Lanterns just arrived from Toulouse and our workshop is so far behin...
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1940s French Country Vintage Lanterns

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Copper

Polished Boat Lantern with Beautiful Lens
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished boat lantern with thick bulbous glass lens. This has been meticulously polished and lacquered. Mounted to a thick wood base with dark rich finish. Wired with a vinta...
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Early 1600s Asian Antique Lanterns

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Brass

Stilnovo Style Murano Glass Brass Two-Light Chandelier Pendant, Italy, 1950s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Stilnovo style hand-blown Murano glass two-light chandelier or pendant executed in brass with rosewood accents, expressing the essence of Italian design from mid-century era, Italy, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Brass

1940s Slag Glass Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s slag glass / metal lantern. Needs rewiring.
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1940s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Large Pagoda shaped French lantern in golden metal from the 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Large Pagoda-shaped lantern made in France in the 1970s with internal mirror base. It can be used both as a ceiling and table lamp. Dimensions: 90 H x 50 D cm
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1970s French Vintage Lanterns

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Metal

Art Nouveau Period Bronze and Engraved Crystal Lantern
Located in LEGNY, FR
Magnificent crystal and bronze lantern dating from the art nouveau period, from the beginning of the 20th century, made in England (British made engraved in the crystal) Bronze ribbo...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Lanterns

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Crystal, Bronze

French Brass Night Watchman’s Lantern This is a lovely piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Brass Night Watchman’s Lantern This is a lovely piece, originally an oil lamp, it has been given a new lease of life with the addition of elec...
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19th Century French Provincial Antique Lanterns

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Brass

French Empire Brass Steel Pool Table Double Lantern Light
Located in New York, NY
This piece was acquired from an estate located in Greenwich, Connecticut. This pool table light holds two metal shaded lamps. The arm of the light is made of cast brass. Good conditi...
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Early 20th Century Empire Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel

Huge Antique Ships Masthead Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
made by Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn, New York. Fitted with a glass fresnel lens. Old lacquered finish. With original burner and tank. Weight: 22 lbs. Overall Dimensi...
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1950s Vintage Lanterns

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Brass

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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