Rococo Lanterns
ROCOCO STYLE
Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.
The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.
When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.
The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.
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Style: Rococo
Period: 19th Century
Rococo Style Gilt-Bronze Hall Lantern
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Large Rococo Style Gilt-Bronze Hall Lantern.
Grand in scale, this palatial lantern is finely cast in gilt-bronze. It is sumptuously modelled with asymmetrical C-scrolls, swept aca...
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19th Century French Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Ormolu
c1870s French Antique Rococo Louis XV Gilt Bronze Crystal Beaded Ceiling Lantern
Located in Opa Locka, FL
This is a spectacular Lantern Fixture. c1870 French Louis XV Rococo form Gilt Bronze Elaborate Crystal Beaded [on all sides] Ceiling Lantern Fixture. The bead work is stunning and co...
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1870s French Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Rococo Carved Giltwood Three-Light Lantern
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring Classic, French elegance into your home with this large rococo hand carved hall lantern. Crafted in France, circa 1860, this traditional hexagonal light...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Giltwood
19th Century Rococo Lantern
Located in Bagshot, GB
19th Century gilt bronze lantern with original opaque glass in the Rococo Style.
Lantern requires a light fitting and wiring.
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19th Century French Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Very Large Napoleon III Period Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Lantern
Located in London, GB
Very large Napoleon III period Rococo style gilt bronze lantern
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 176cm, width 80cm, depth 80cm
This exceptional lantern was produced du...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 19th C. French Crystal Chandelier
Located in Sheffield, MA
The vintage six-arm crystal and bronze-gilt metal chandelier is composed of three tiers of large faceted crystal pendants and crystal garlands. The lights attached to rococo-style br...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Crystal, Metal
American 19th Century Bronze Lantern, Attributed to Hooper & Co. Boston
By Hooper of Boston
Located in London, by appointment only
A Rococo Revival brass chandelier, of square tapering form with lush scrolls enriching each face.
Possibly American and attributed to Hooper and Co of Boston
USA, circa 1850.
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Rococo Lanterns
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
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Rococo lanterns for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rococo lanterns for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lanterns created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo lanterns made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lanterns, popular names associated with this style include Interi, and Edward F. Caldwell & Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lanterns differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $975 and tops out at $92,910 while the average work can sell for $3,750.
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