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 Originally made before the invention of electricity, this lantern has been converted from candle light to modern day electricity, accepting standard candelabra bulbs.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

Pair of lanterns from France made with a solid brass structure and curved glass panels. There are two arms with candelabra bulbs. This petite fixture has been newly wired to fit US s...

A striking and highly sculptural Italian wrought iron lantern, richly adorned with hand-forged foliate decoration and elegant scrolling elements. The lantern features a tapered hexag...

Elegant pair of wall lantern hand crafted from brass with three 40/watt light each. Suitable for wet locations, electrified and ready to use . Beautiful decorative pair of lantern indoor...

A fine hand forged iron lantern with glass panels. 8-light. France, circa 1940. Dimensions: Height 36" x diameter 14" CW1385.

A French 19th-20th century Baroque Revival style wrought iron and four-color vitreaux stained glass single-light hall lantern, the rounded four stained glass...

A pair of French hexagonal three-light copper lanterns from the 20th century with tapered lines, glass panels and petite spheres. Introducing a captivating pair of French hexagonal c...

A large French six-light wrought iron chandelier. Beautifully crafted iron work and nice old patina. More photos available upon request. Measures: Diameter 80 cm. Height 80 cm. ...

A large American late 20th Century Brass and glass square panelled lantern holding tweleve light fittings will certainly not be missed when you make...

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...

Elegant 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 cha...

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...