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Lanterns For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1930s
Contemporary Italian Beige Textured Murano Glass Satin Brass Pendant/Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Bring the unusual yet elegant in your space! A modern suspension couture light fixture, a creation entirely handcrafted in Italy with lantern stylized shape, in the style of Max Ingr...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, 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 thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Art Deco Stained Glass “Fleur De Lys” Cathedral Lantern Lamps
Located in Hampstead, QC
A pair of unusual six-sided (hexagonal) cathedral lantern lamps, the main frame in sheet metal and the crown in 0.25 in. cast iron. The stained glass is a mottled cream-light yellow slag glass. Besides the typical Art Deco interweaving metal design, the lamp is accentuated with 6 unique raised French royal “fleur-de-lys” flower...
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1930s Canadian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Perle Collier and Courbes Wall Light by Ludovic Clément D'armont
Located in Geneve, CH
Perle Collier and Courbes wall light by Ludovic Clément d'Armont Every creation of Ludovic Clément d’Armont can be made to order in any requested dimensions. Please contact us for custom made creations. Materials: Blown glass, brass, LEDs Dimensions: 3 pearls diameter 14cm height 45 x 14 x 17 cm Flexible or rigid necklace. Ludovic Clément d’Armont is the creator of Semeur d’étoiles. That is the continuation of a family tradition of centuries of gentle glassmakers, painters, carpenters and artists. Both an engineer and an artist, he combines creative emotions with optical, electronic, thermal, environmental, electrical, chemical, color, energy, mechanical and medical considerations. His pleasure is do discuss with you to achieve the ideal piece. Ludovic presents his approach: “First, the simplicity of my work is based on a fundamental thought, nature and science are similar. My creative process marks the identity of mathematics and nature, the selective experimentation of the nature and human research lead to the same decisions. «That is why, analysis and experimentation mingle in my creation. Because the intelligence of nature is the long time of his experiments, just like that of man is the number of its research. The aesthetic result aims to illustrate and proclaim this, in a dreamy and amazed shout, showing the fusion of sciences and life. The place of man inside the Universe is thus clear: humanism becomes the demonstrated organization of society.» Semeur d’étoiles designs and manufactures lighting artworks: sculptures, chandeliers, lighting walls and ceilings Eco-friendly design is our DNA embarrassed by prestigious clients such as Vincent Darré, Bismut & Bismut, LVMH and State of Craft. Our signature is a soothing French Art de...
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2010s French Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Anna Karlin Lantern Pendant - Short
Located in New York, NY
The Lantern pendant presents a finely balanced form with a hand-finished antique brass patina accompanied by a frosted glass diffuser. The Lantern...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Cloche Lantern, Nickel
Located in Westwood, NJ
This design features a graceful hand-blown glass bell. The glass is paired with a sleek nickel-plated cast brass circular band and Art Deco style finial. The lantern has a solid cast...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass Gold and Smoked Color Chandelier, 2000
Located in Rome, IT
Particular and very original lantern in brass and Murano glass, unique design enriched by a particular glass with "grit" processing. The chandelier / lantern has a round brass struc...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

34" Pendant Light in Handwoven Mocha Rattan, Ventila Collection
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 34". I...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Medium Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, 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 thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

RD15 3 Arms Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 3 Arms Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 99 x D 99 x H 53 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand blown glass globes Lamp: 3 LED 1,6W Extension Rods: 1 x 15.24, 1 x 27.9 cm, 1 x...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Ruby for Ip44de
Located in Glendale, CA
Klaus Nolting 'Lix' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in ruby for IP44de Founded in 1933 in East Westphalia, Germany, IP44.DE has quickly b...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

RD15 8 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 8 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: Diameter 200.3 x H 180 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: Black Gunmetal. Also available in fin...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Medium 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 Z...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Copper Ship’s Lantern by English Maker Meteorite
Located in Norwell, MA
Highly polished and lacquered solid copper ship’s lantern with lacquer finish. Fresnel glass lens. Wired with electric socket and Edison bulb for ...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Universe Brass Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass 3 arm contemporary chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 25 x W 128.2 x H 178 cm Materials: solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: solid natural brass. Also available...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Klaus Nolting 'Qu' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Black for Ip44de
Located in Glendale, CA
Klaus Nolting 'Qu' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in black for IP44de. Founded in 1933 in East Westphalia, Germany, IP44.DE has quickly ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

RD15 12 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 12 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 140 x D 140 x H 289 cm Materials: Solid brass. Hand blown glass globes Finishes: Black gunmetal. Available also in ...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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 thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

RD15 12 Arms Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 12 Arms Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 140 x D 140 x H 290 Materials: Solid Brass, Hand Blown Glass Globes Schwung is a german word, and loosely defined, means energy...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

RD15 8 Arms Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 8 Arms Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 200 x H 180 Materials: Solid brass, hand blown glass globes Lamp: 8 x max 10W G4, 12V (bulbs included) ...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Amber Glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A matched pair of circa 1930's American amber glass lanterns with patinated bronze fittings. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop: 29" Diameter at Widest: 5".
Category

1930s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Universe Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Black gunmetal 3 arm contemporary chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 25 x W 128.2 x H 178 cm Materials: solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: black gunmetal. Also avai...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Soap 6 DT Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Gunmetal 6 arm sculptural Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 117.4 x W 117.4 x H 173.1 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: Black Gunmetal. Also avai...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Soap B7 MD Brass Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Soap B7 MD Brass chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 150 x D 23 x H 83.4 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand blown glass globes Max wattage: 1.6W Bulb base: G4, 12V AC Lumens: 600...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

White Ceramic Pendant Light XL, 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Medium White 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Small 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Universe Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Nickel 3 arm contemporary chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 25 x W 128.2 x H 178 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: Polished Nickel. Also availa...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Universe Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Black gunmetal 3 arm contemporary chandelier by Schwung. Dimensions: D 25 x W 128.2 x H 178 cm. Materials: solid brass, hand-blown glass globes. Finish: black gunmetal. Also ava...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bespoke Italian Black & Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Pendant Big Globe Light
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom lantern chandelier, of a modern Venetian geometric series with 4 shapes as per images, entirely handcrafted in Italy, here with brass hardware, the organic round sphere in an innovative blown textured Murano glass with swirled and honeycomb patterns, decorated with an elegant finial in black Murano glass. Overall height can be adjusted, shortened, or lengthened. Ideal as a group over a kitchen island or as spotlights over nightstands. The black glass drop is 6.5 inches long. Round small sphere LU911219607712: diameter 8 inches Oval egg...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Soap B7 MD Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Nickel 7 arm chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 150.2 x D 23 x H 173.4 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Max wa...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Soap 6 DT Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Soap 6 DT Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 117 x D 117 x H 173 cm Materials: Metal, hand blown glass globes Finishes: Polished nickel Other finishes available: Black gunmetal...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large White 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Soap 6 Dt Brass Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass 6 arm sculptural chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 117.4 x W 117.4 x H 173.1 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: natural brass. Also available in f...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Medium White 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

RD15 3 Arms Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Nickel 3 arm chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 97.8 x D 97.8 x H 53 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Lamp: 3...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass, Nickel

Universe Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished nickel 3 arm Contemporary chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: D 25 x W 128.2 x H 178 cm Materials: solid brass, hand-blown glass globes. Finish: polished nickel. Also a...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Nickel

RD15 6 Arms Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Nickel 6 arm chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: Diameter 139 x Height 165.1 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Fin...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Ships Lantern with Port and Starboard Lenses
Located in Norwell, MA
Steel boat bow lantern. Glass Fresnel lens in red and green. Steel case with brass cap. Also fitted with a carry ring. Wired with an electric socket for home use. Weight: 2 LBS O...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel

RD15 12 Arms Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 12 arms polished nickel chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 140 x D 140 x H 89.1 cm Materials: Solid brass. Hand blown glass globes Finishes: Polished nickel. Available also ...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Nickel

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Yellow for IP44de
Located in Glendale, CA
Klaus Nolting 'Lix' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in yellow 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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Soap B7 MD Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Black gunmetal 7 arm chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 150.2 x D 23 x H 173.4 cm Materials: solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Max wat...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

RD15 8 Arms Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 8 Arms Polished Nickel Chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: Diameter 200.3 x H 180 cm Materials: Solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: Polished Nickel. Also available ...
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2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Nickel

RD15 3 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
Black gunmetal 3 arm chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: W 97.8 x D 97.8 x H 143 cm Materials: solid brass, hand blown glass globes Lamp: 3...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Medium 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 Z...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

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

RD15 6 Arms Black Gunmetal Chandelier by Schwung
Located in Geneve, CH
RD15 6 Arms Black Gunmetal chandelier by Schwung Dimensions: diameter 139 x height 165.1 cm Materials: solid brass, hand-blown glass globes Finish: black gunmetal. Also availab...
Category

2010s Polish Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

Copper Ship’s Anchor Lantern by British Maker
Located in Norwell, MA
Copper and brass ship’s anchor lantern with maker’s badge from R.C. Murray Limited, 37 Cavendish St., Glasgow. Meticulously polished and lacquered. Brasses include handles, legend pl...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Emerald Ceramic Pendant Light XL, 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 this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Ceramic

Murano Art Glass and Brass Chandelier, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Fantastic and exciting Murano chandelier, with an entirely innovative and very elegant design. Design of a rose. The Murano chandelier is composed of a metal structure and a serie...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Klaus Nolting 'Lix' Portable Outdoor Aluminum Table Lamp in Sage for IP44de
Located in Glendale, CA
Klaus Nolting 'Lix' portable outdoor aluminum table lamp in sage for IP44de. Founded in 1933 in East Westphalia, Germany, ID44.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...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

Medium 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 Z...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Portable Mill Table Lamp Marble Brass Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mill table lamp, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Mill is a modern lighting concept and an attractive addition to a modern home. A table la...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lanterns

Materials

Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

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

Materials

Ceramic

Small 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 Z...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage, New and Antique Lanterns

Whether you’re in search of a functional fixture to help illuminate a room or just a minimalist ornamental touch, the choice of lighting is important. Selecting the perfect vintage, new or antique lanterns can transform an otherwise monotonous space in your home.

In the 1700s, lanterns became widely popular when accessibility broadened for whale oil, as fuel for lamps was one of its earliest uses. Lantern design evolved considerably during the mid- to late 19th century, when a powerful, adaptable fuel came into play: kerosene. Portable and immediately sought after, kerosene lamps were traditionally surrounded by a glass globe or tube that sat on a metal frame to protect the flame from spreading or extinguishing. (While reproductions abound, antique kerosene lanterns have since become collector's items.)

Later, in 1862, John H. Irwin created coil oil lamps, which were designed for coal oils as well as kerosene and lessened the risk of fire. They required plentiful oxygen to remain lit, and with refinements, the lamps could be used indoors. Lanterns increasingly came to be part of commercial spaces such as museums and theaters, and over time, lighting artisans worked to refine and perfect these innovative fixtures so that they weren’t only practical but also elegant, sophisticated additions to home decor.

Antiques inject a touch of classical chic into any space. With the right lantern, you could also deepen the impact of the collection of vases and vessels, sculptures or other decorative objects in a living room or dining room. It’s essential to find a balance between utility and aesthetics when choosing the perfect vintage–style lantern for your space, and the right lighting decisions can determine the underlying mood of a room as well as enhance the choices you’ve made for your home’s decor. While old-time charm is something to be cherished, there is lots to love in modern lanterns from today’s top furniture designers.

On 1stDibs, search by creator to find lanterns crafted by the likes of Woka Lamps, Barovier & Toso and Material Lust or browse the collection by style. From today’s standouts to mid-century modern classics to Art Deco–era innovations, find the best vintage, new or antique lantern for you now.

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