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Lanterns For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 1930s
Elegant Beaded Glass Lantern
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Lanterns made up of "palmettes" in Murano beaded glass. Gilding design on the arm and on the top of the arm. 4 bulbs E26/E27 ( wired for Europe and USA)
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Lanterns

Materials

Murano Glass

Moroccan Hurricane Metal Candle Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan Moorish metal candle lantern with open metal work Moorish design. Hurricane candle lamp handcrafted in Morocco by artisans, metal handcut and ...
Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Gilt bronze lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine gilt bronze lantern with beveled glass panels and oak leaf garlands
Category

1930s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Large Lanterns From The Middlesex Hospital, London W1
Located in London, GB
These very large lanterns are a fantastic find. Rescued from The Middlesex Hospital on Goodge Street, London W1 when it was demolished to make way for luxury apartments in the earl...
Category

1930s British Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

Grand Scale Beveled Glass Hanging Lanterns by Fredrick Ramond
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of very large double-light cluster hanging lanterns. Produced by Fredrick Ramond Lighting in the 1980s. Panels of both clear and colored beveled glass surround 15 candelabra b...
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1980s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass

French Art Deco Etched Glass Brass Bell Lantern Cloche Pendant, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
An elegant Art Deco etched glass and bronzed brass bell lantern, cloche pendant with beautiful brass pierced frieze suspended by three chains connec...
Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Set of 14 Blown Clear and White Glass Lanterns, Italy, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
ITALY, 1970s A collection of 14 blown white and clear glass lanterns, with chromed metal mounts. Each individual piece is mouth blown resulting in different alignments of the white a...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of French Tall Art Deco Bronze Torchiere Wall Sconces, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of superb tall Art Deco bronze wall torchieres sconces or wall lanterns richly decorated with fine details from a mansion in South of France, 1930s. The wall torchieres had bee...
Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Small Italian Black Metal Lantern with Large Leaves
Located in Stamford, CT
Old new stock small black metal lantern with large leaves. Three lanterns are available. No wiring.
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brass Art Deco Lantern with Glass, France, 1970s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage handcrafted chandelier- lantern for two light points made in 1970-1980s. A chandelier from the manufacturer is an amazing combination of warranty from the manufacturer an...
Category

1970s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Handmade Chandelier, Pendant or Lantern
Located in Plainview, NY
A Large Art Deco white milk glass handmade chandelier, pendant lantern, Gorgeously handcrafted, having individual panes. The hanging lantern or ceiling fixture features sandblasted f...
Category

1990s Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Murano Sputnik Pink Color Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
The large glass flowers make up this Murano chandelier from the 1980. A Classic Sputnik from the middle of the century. Made of a large central sph...
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Industrial orange iron Lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Industrial Orange Lamp, Italy 1970s. Big industrial orange lampshade from the 1970s. Vintage design. In very good conditions with only few signs of t...
Category

1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Large English Brass Lantern c1930
Located in Southampton, GB
Huge brass lanterns , 6 sided with glazed bottom panels . These were originally hung either side of an amazing house in Wales , we also have a pair was hung either side of the porch...
Category

1930s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Sculptural Danish Ceramic Wall Sconce, Made by Axella - 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish ceramic wall lamp from the 1970s, produced by the Danish company Axella. The decorative wall lamp is made of 3 glazed ceramic disks in various shades of brown. The ceramic dis...
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Brutalist Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Large Pair Of English Brass Lanterns c1930
Located in Southampton, GB
Huge pair of brass lanterns , 6 sided with glazed bottom panels . These were originally hung either side of an amazing house in Wales , we also have another that was hung in the porc...
Category

1930s English Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Lantern in Glass and Bronze
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely 20th century italian lantern with three internal bulbs. Made with glass and bronze with finely chiseled decorations. The bronze has acquired a beautiful antique patina. This l...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Italian Lantern in Glass and Bronze
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely 20th century italian lantern with three internal bulbs. Made with glass and bronze with finely chiseled decorations. The bronze has acquired a beautiful antique patina. This l...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Bronze, Metal & Glass Pendant Lantern, France, 1970s
Located in Bastogne, BE
The delightful Vintage ceiling chandelier / lantern is made of bronze and glass hall lantern in hexagonal shape. France, circa 1970s. The frame is made of Dark Green Metal, dec...
Category

1970s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of Art Deco Style Lanterns
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco style steel and glass lanterns, in the manner of Francis Jourdain. Late 20th Century
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Pair Vintage Molded Crystal Glass and Brass Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage molded crystal and brass pendant lights (lanterns) with original hanging chain and ceiling plate, and three hardwired candelabra size sockets. Ready for use.
Category

Late 20th Century North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style White Milk and Red Glass Chandelier, Pendant or Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Art Deco style white milk and red glass chandelier, pendant or lantern, a pair A gorgeous handcrafted, having individual panes, pair of Art De...
Category

1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Antique Boat Lantern of Solid Brass
Located in Norwell, MA
Bow lantern from a boat with red and blue fresnel glass lenses. Embossed brass makers tag from Tiebout of New York. With oil burner. Vented top and carry handle American Circa 1933 ...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Exceptional Pair of Solid Brass Ships Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of meticulously polished and lacqured marine lanterns by Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn New York. Fitted with beautiful blue and red lenses. Vented tops with carry ...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

English Port and Starboard Ships Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished copper and brass ships lanterns by English maker. Red and green glass lenses. Original oil burners. Meticulously polished and lacqured. Vented tops with brass carry handles....
Category

1930s European Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of Red and Blue Lens Boat Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Old pair of boat lanterns with fresnel lenses, steel cases, protective brass bars and carry rings, heavy little things, great bookcase accents. Weight: 1.78 lbs. Overall Dimensions:...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Solid Brass Boat Lanterns by Perko
Located in Norwell, MA
Sturdy pair of meticulously polished and laquered ships lanterns by Perko Delite. With steel framed doors, vented tops and carry rings. First class polish job. American Circa 1995. ...
Category

1990s North American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Greek island terracotta atmospheric pierced hanging lantern Hydra 1993
Located in London, GB
Discovered in an artisan studio on the island of Hydra off the Saronic Islands in Greece in 1993. This handcrafted artisan piece of terracotta pottery, creates a wonderful sheltere...
Category

1990s Greek Folk Art Lanterns

Materials

Terracotta

Bow Lantern from a Boat
Located in Norwell, MA
Choice polished and lacquered boat lantern with blue and red lenses, vented top with heart shape holes. Carry handles. American, Circa 1930 Weight: 1.75 lbs. Overall Dimensions: 10"...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Murano Glass Chandelier or Lantern by Ercole Barovier, 1940s
Located in Rome, IT
Fine chandelier by Ercole Barovier centred by a precious Murano glass cup. Design of pure elegance. All the high quality glasses are in perfect condition. One light bulb E 27.
Category

1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

Elegant French 1930's lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very unusual lantern, it is quite different , to have light inside and outside, it is made of brass, so it could be by the beach or a lake
Category

1930s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large Yacht Cabin Lanterns by Davey of London
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships cabin lanterns by Davey of London. Exceptionally large examples from Davey with three beveled glass windows, hinged doors, v...
Category

1930s North American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Elegant 1930's brass lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful 1930's Brass lantern, the patina is so much nicer in person
Category

1930s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Brass Lantern Lamp for Chase USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite brass lantern style table lamp for Chase, c.1930s, USA. The Art Deco lamp features a cylindrical cone shaped glass with a brass base and cap with handle. This particular lamp ...
Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

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

Materials

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
Category

1980s French French Provincial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Wool, Glass

Sciolari Cyclone Pendant Chandelier Original Label
Located in Roma, IT
ORIGINAL Italian ”Cyclone” pendant fixture by Gaetano Sciolari in polished aluminum Original label Center shade in acrylic Designer Max Sauze 1970s. ...
Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

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...
Category

1930s Dutch Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

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...
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Brutalist Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

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

Materials

Metal

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...
Category

1990s Baltic Directoire Lanterns

Materials

Crystal

Florian Schulz Vintage Modernist Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Elegant Mid-Century Modern vintage German made large brushed brass adjustable counterweight hanging pendant light or lamp model 'Duos' designed by Florian Schulz circa early 1970s. F...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, 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 ...
Category

1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Blown Glass

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
Category

1970s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Oversize Drum Lantern, 1930s, Sand-Colored Glass and Brass
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare oversize drum lantern from the 1930s. Minimalist brass-plated steel structure with sand-colored curved glass. Bottom glass has a white casing, top glass segments are frosted. On...
Category

1930s German Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel

"Celestia" Ceiling lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1980s
Located in Lasne, BE
Ceiling light in white linen fabric and aluminum. Stamped Flos. Wear due to time and age. 
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Aluminum

A Pair of Art Deco Style Brass & Glass Hall Lanterns
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Art Deco Style Brass & Glass Hall Lanterns A superb impressive pair of brass lanterns, these have 6 clear glass sides set with bevelled cut glass both high and low with ...
Category

1970s Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian White and Golden Color Metal and Glass Wall Lanterns, ca. 1970s
Located in Barntrup, DE
A pair of Italian white and golden color metal and glass wall lanterns from ca. 1970s. This adorable pair of wall lanterns features a white painted metal frame with golden accents - ...
Category

1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Moroccan Multi-Colored Glass Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant pair of handmade gold brass table or hanging lanterns, candle or tea light holder. Beautifully carved in a Moorish style and decorated with multi-color glass in red, green...
Category

1980s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner Oil Ships Lamp Converted to Electric, 1930s
By Kosmos Brenner
Located in Verviers, BE
Style of Brenner Kosmos oil ships lamp Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner oil converted to electric ceiling hanging lamp Old oil lamp ship lamp Kosmos Brenner...
Category

1930s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Vintage Dark Green Tole Iron & Glass Medium Sized Lantern Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely medium sized vintage very dark green tole metal and iron lantern having glass sides, 3 candle lights 40 watt each inside, and decorative clovers around the top.
Category

1980s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Huge Antique Ships Masthead Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass ships masthead lantern. American made by Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn, New York. Fitted with a glass fresnel lens. Ol...
Category

1930s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

East German Ship Mast Light by Fortschritt Landmaschiner. Year 1984.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Ships Mast light, converted into a practical lamp, was manufactured by Fortschritt Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass i...
Category

1980s Other Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Aladdin Stylish Handmade Blue Ceramic Turkish Oil Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Aladdin style handmade turquoise blue ceramic Turkish oil lamp, hurricane oil lamp lantern. This vintage oil lamp has a pottery base that evokes an Al...
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Islamic Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

French Iron Lantern
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France during the 1930s, this large iron lantern is the perfect addition to any space, wired and ready to be lit. Experience the timeless elegance and durability of this c...
Category

1930s Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Frederick Ramond Mid-Century Smoked Glass & Chrome Swag / Pendant / Chandelier
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Frederick Ramond Mid-Century Smoked Glass & Chrome Hexagonal Lantern Swag / Pendant / chandelier By Fredrick Ramond, a premier manufacturer of the era. This Is a dramatic mid c...
Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Chrome

Large Impressive Iron and Wavy Glass Lantern Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Large impressive American made iron lantern having handsome acanthus leaf decoration on the sides and very top with wonderful wavy glass panels. 4 40 watt candle lights inside. 18"...
Category

1990s American Regency Lanterns

Materials

Iron

East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Ships Mast light, converted into a practical lamp, was manufactured by Fortschritt Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass i...
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1980s Other Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

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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