Tin Lanterns

A most impressive and ornately decorated antique electrified hanging lantern from San Miguel de Allende, Mexico (New Spain). Exquisitely hand-crafted in the 19th century (possibly late 18th century), even though San Miguel was the first town in present day Mexico to win independence from the Spanish Empire in the early nineteenth century, this lantern displays strong European old world influence. Constructed of wonderfully patinated wrought iron and oxidized tin, tall cylindrical shaped, framed with intricate scrollwork, openwork, and an abundance of fiolate decoration in the delicate form of serrated acanthus leaves. Retaining the six original bubble glass panels. The interior having a central candelabra like independently hung fixture adorned with six faux candle flame light bulbs. Originally made before the invention of electricity, this lantern has been converted from candle light to modern day electricity, accepting standard candelabra bulbs. Faux flaming bulbs included. It can be used a variety of ways, including as an indoor hanging pendant lamp, chandelier, outdoor patio or covered entry way, or placed as a table lamp on a large console table or sideboard. Timelessly elegant, producing a warm silhouette and enchanting glow with breath-taking radiating patterns, that lends to creating an ambiance of cozy romantic warmth and rich sophisticated depth, visually striking and reminiscent of a magnificent Medieval wood burning fireplace. Dimensions (approx): 36" High, 21" Diameter In the mid-18th century the settlement city of San Miguel de Allende was at its height, and this was when most of its distinctive large mansions, palaces, and religious buildings were constructed, most still remaining today. The town was also home to the area's wealthy hacienda owners. At that time, it was one of the most important and prosperous settlements in New Spain with a population reaching 30,000. By comparison, in the mid-18th century Boston...

Late 19th century french Neoclassical gilt bronze and glass very important large pending lantern By: unknown Material: metal, bronze, copper, tin, glass, crystal Technique: cast, mo...

Tole and glass French lantern dating to 19th century. Four-sided iron frame, tole top and glass paneled sides. Not wired for electricity, but can be wir...

Moorish perforated tin dome lantern has clear, blue and amber glass panels for more illumination. Hangs with ring shape hanger at top. May be used as a light catcher and an accessory to Moorish and Mexican decor...

Amazing Venetian toleware lanterns We are proud to offer a fabulous matched pair of 19th century Venetians toleware and wrought iron lanterns in origi...

A charming 20th century American punched tin candle lantern with simple geometric pattern, a ring for hanging, and a door for accessing the candle. The lantern is currently used with...

A captivating piece of pre-cinema history, this 19th-century German "magic lantern" image projector is an evocative relic from the dawn of visual storytelling. Crafted circa 1890, th...

this unique lantern, early 20th century but possibly earlier, retains its original beveled glass panels, the top with impressed crenellated detail, the tapering hexagonal body with s...

French iron and tole glass-paneled lantern circa 1870-1899. Unwired. Two lanterns are available but sold individually priced $3,800 each (see last image and...

Antique French tole glass paneled barn lantern. Late 19th century. Wonderful patina.

A 1940s Turkish enameled lantern. Measurements: Drop 31? Diameter 9.5?.

Gilt tin French tole lantern. Lantern height with stem and canopy is 22 inches. Lantern has five panels. Gilt metal. Not electrified. Height of lan...

English faux painted tin hanging lantern with a centered ring over beading, decorative floral swags, three-tiered step back, four glass sides with a hinged door, three-light cluster ...

This Baroque lantern was made in Venice, Italy, and features a gilded tole body covered in scrolls and floral design. The frosted glass center contains Venetian blown glass rods and...

This very early punched tin original red painted and hand written names painted on the surface & illegible name or script.The condition is very good.

Black metal lantern chandeliers, pair, measures: Height 32", diameter 25". A pair of black metal lantern form chandeliers. Each offers four candles...

Brought back from Italy by a local woman that had a home there. Electrified. Leaf decoration and iron loop handle with applied leaves.

This charming whimsical French lantern interprets playfully the Louis XV style, retaining its essence while abandoning formality. The hexagon frame and ornamental acanthus and leaves...

Domed top with leaf decoration and flower heads, cylindrical body with glass panels.

French Regency gilt bronze and painted hanging chandelier with a centered mask and palmette canopy, cascading floral chain, six scrolled palmette medallion griffon arms, Pegasus ador...

French Tin hand-painted tole pagoda hanging lantern with tiered ruby pear-shaped prisms and interior four-light cluster. Originally candle powe...

French tin hand-painted silver pagoda hanging lantern with upper tiered ruby pear-shaped prisms and interior four-light cluster. Originally can...