Central American 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 Originally made before the invention of electricity, this lantern has been converted from candle light to modern day electricity, accepting standard candelabra bulbs.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...

Original Dazor “Floating fixture 2324 work lamp” (USA build from the 1950s) were found in de city of Antwerp (Belgium) in an old diamond workshop. The from origin desk lamp's are transformed to wall mounted version. Al parts stripped, casting parts polished and pipes, hood and shell-parts black painted. The two original tube lights are replaced by two Led modules with dimmable 700 Lumen per module. Reflector and total wiring renewed. Six lamps are made and available. For example, they look great in a restaurant above a row of wall tables. Traverse from a wall is maximum 1meter and the 45cm. long hood...

Port and starboard ships lanterns with Fresnel lenses. Vented tops, carry handles and sliding rear doors. Recently rewired for home use. Very clean. Both have clear lenses with no re...