Hand-Carved Lanterns

A most impressive antique Italian Venetian Rococo carved painted parcel gilt wooden hall lantern. Hand carved in the Veneto region (Venice) of Northeast Italy in the 18th / possibly early 19th century, exceptionally executed in the highly ornate, whimsy, light, airy, dramatic splendor that is period late Baroque Rococo style, lavishly ornamented and elaborately sculpted, featuring a large triangular sculptural form enclosing later electrified three faux candle lights, showcasing the original pale pastel green ground adorned with whimsy hand painted polychrome flower motif and ornate giltwood carvings, with beautifully aged patina over the whole. circa 1740-1810 This very large lantern probably graced a sweeping hall or palatial entry of a Venetian aristocratic palazzo decorated with frescoed walls and ceilings, marble floors, surrounded by opulent artwork. Importance / History: For many centuries, the control of artificial light was an important status symbol for people living in most cultures and was an instantly understood sign of wealth and power. Beginning in the early 17th century, grand lanterns such as this were first created and hung in the entrance halls, foyers and/or vestibules of important mansions and manor houses of the aristocratic and affluent classes of Italy, France and Spain. Up until the early 20th century, the entrance hall was considered to be one of the most important spaces in any house. The main reason was that was the most public space in a house, and prior to phones or email, the space into which guests were admitted. Many, such as business people or important tradesmen, seldom went any further into the house. Therefore, that important entryway was designed and decorated with the intent of making the best impression on anyone who might enter it and to ensure they had the highest opinion of the residents of that house. Dimensions: (approx) 32" Tall, 16.75" Wide, 16.75" Deep Condition: Very good antique condition with highly desirable original warm rustic distressed chippy paint patina. Modern lighting and wiring. Lots of antique character and old world European charm, wear consistent with age and use, including scattered minor nicks, losses and exposed gesso adding to the sophisticated whimsical elegance, warmth, and rich antique opulence! Similar to a chandelier / hanging ceiling lamp / monumental pendant light...

Moroccan lantern in diamond shape with clear glass and metal. This Moorish light fixture is handcrafted by artisans in Morocco The metal is de...

Great shape, floral design and practical size hand carved alabaster pendant / lantern with brass chain and canopy. With twentieth century lighting as one of our specialties in gener...

Antique Italian Lantern Hand-Carved over 250-Years Ago and remarkably does not appear to have ever been restored, only electrified a very long time ago. We had this Antique hand-carv...

Pair of 18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf 'pompom' tassel. The tassel 'pompom' originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and was used to decorate ecclesiastical lighting...

A fine pair of round tapered three light wooden painted hall lanterns / fixtures with globe finials, scrolled crowns, acanthus apliques, gilt spiral half columns, glass panels, proba...

Oversized Moroccan candle glass lantern from Marrakesh, clear and multicolored glass adorned with filigree Moorish designs. High end traditional Moroccan hurricane candle lantern...

Large giltwood lantern with 4 lights, hand-carved reproduction.

Truly impressive and great workmanship, hexagonal Gothic light fixture. If you are a collector of truly amazing Gothic antiques then this large a...

A circa 1930s Italian carved alabaster pendant light fixture with patinated bronze fittings. Measurements: Drop 22" Diameter 18".

Superb large Asian lantern / chandelier / suspension. Structure in solid wood carved with dragons and openwork. Glass plates painted with subjects of women and various flowers. ...

Genovese giltwood carved lantern. Currently wired for three lights.

Magnificent gilt bronze lantern with hand cut crystal panels. CW4498

Inspired by the translucent white marble in India, Stephanie Odegard decided to backlight a delicately carved hanging cone to create an elegant and sophisticated statement in light and stone. Cloche...

This exquisite, hand-carved wooden lantern features yellow glass and originates from Belgium, circa the 1960s. Its masterful details include intricately carved acanthus leaves and fo...

A fine antique French neoclassical style carved alabaster and bronze chandelier. The chandelier is composed of a carved alabaster bowl-form body suspended from a series of patinated ...

Hand-carved Italian painted wood lantern. This chandelier lantern is inspired from a 16th century Russian Greek orthodox lantern. The three angel faces are attributed to Leonardo da ...

17th century large six sided Venetian carved gilded Baroque hall lantern. This 17th century hand carved red polychrome and gilded wood lantern, mounted on a pole with a lion paw base, represents the highest standards of craftsmanship. This very large lantern...

A spectacular French Louis XVI style gilt bronze and carved alabaster chandelier. The chandelier is suspended from a domed gilt bronze canopy with acanthus leaf motifs and a heavy ch...

A circa 1930's Italian polychromed lantern. Measurements: Minimum Drop: 20" Diameter: 10" Square

An unusual and delicate antique French chandelier in the Baguès style, composed of gilt bronze and rock crystal. The chandelier is arranged with a central stem from which radiate eig...

Elegant and stylish clear glass hand-crafted Moroccan lantern with intricate filigree work in the Moorish style. Will add elegance in any room. Could be used as a wall sconces or cha...

19th Century processional Italian Lantern, probably used for wedding and festivities in Venice, it has been wired for the American market and has a beautiful silk covered cord, the p...

Vintage Moroccan Handcrafted Light Fixture with Multi-Color Glass Stylish handcrafted Moroccan pendant with multi-color hand blown cut glass and metal with an antique bronze finish. Moorish style ceiling light fixture with small cut-glass with open metal filigree work Moorish design in diamond shape. Rewired with one light bulb. The metal is hand-cut in floral and geometric Moorish Islamic designs. The lantern is rewired for electricity to use with one light bulb 60 watts max, Moroccan ceiling light fixture...

Pair of American brass double stacked maritime beacons with carrying handles, makers stamps, original red and blue 360 degree Fresnel lenses, and mount...

Pair of 20th Century Heavily Cast Peruvian Incense Burner, the compressed Globular Body on a Tall Foot, Cylindrical Neck with domed Cover Decorated with Foliate Designs

A superb antique French Louis XVI style chandelier attributed to Baguès, composed of gilt bronze and cut rock crystal. The chandelier is arranged in a tiered form with scrolling gilt...

Beautiful color and good size Danish hand crafted fixture with chestnut leaf pattern. If you are looking for a stylish design, light to grace your midcentury or modern home then this handmade specimen from the 1970s could be flying your way soon. With lighting as one of our specialties we were, again, very happy to have been able to purchase this rare ceramic light as well. We purchased it from the same home where we found the Helleroe pendant that we published on 1stdibs yesterday. This fine specimen too has an organic-design and color shade and the chestnut leafs make it extra special and aesthetically pleasing. Both with the light switched on and off this work of lighting art too has a unique presence, one that will never fail to impress. This natural stone-like color pendant comes with a metal chain and an equally beautiful and original ceramic canopy. With the light switched on this Scandinavian light fixture...

A fine French Baguès style silvered copper, cut rock crystal, and glass multi-light chandelier of great detail, embellished with cut rock crystal prisms and glass beads. The overall ...

A fabulous antique 19th century Louis XVI style French dore bronze and glass figural seven-light lantern. Beautifully cast, hand-chassed and hand-chiseled with the finest quality of ...

18th century Italian hand-carved silver-leaf 'pompom' tassel. The 'pompom' tassel originally came from an Italian historical church in Tuscany and was used to decorate ecclesiastical...

This lovely lamp was made in Sweden and dates back to the 1970s The lamp shade is made of pine The lamp is perfect for the living room or bedroom. All items we sell are used /anti...

There is space for six candles in yellow metal with small and large prisms. Length: 25cm Width: 26cm Height (luminaire): 120cm, including Chain. Condition Excellent Condition.

Lantern with Leds in hand-carved clear crystal and patinated silver bronze. This particular lantern is illuminated by LEDs. Each object is handcrafted and the care for every detail m...

This is a large antique Chinese lantern. A hexagonal, Oriental lamp crafted from cedar in the late 19th century, circa 1880. Cedar with supe...

Danish Mid-Century Modern round cream glazed lantern / pendant with brown glazed circular perforations. Manufactured on the Danish island of Bornholm by Joseph Simon for Søholm Stent...

Rare and beautifully handcrafted Arts & Crafts light fixture for black forest enthousiasts. If you are looking for unique antiques that tell something about life in different parts ...

American gas copper street lantern with the original glass, floral motif, hinged door, mounted in a wooden wrought iron banded barrel, Early 19th century. Sturbridge, MA. Barrel di...

Beautiful Italian designer lantern made of brass and hand-carved, smoked glass, proving high-quality craftsmanship. Excellent original condition with a lovely patina. Three E14 Ediso...

High-quality carved beech wood, painted and gilded with poliment. Multiple articulated column shaft, finely carved down to the last detail, on a four-sided recessed and stepped base ...

Pair of Vintage Moroccan Style Handcrafted Inlaid Bone and Electrified Pendant Light Dimensions: 7" Square Top and Bottom X 20" Height Single Medium Base Socket, 24v

A pair of wooden hand-carved chandeliers for an eclectic decor. These pieces are perfect for an island or coastal setting. Of the 19th C. wired to modern standards, origin England 19...

Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass structure and elegant “candles” crafted fr...

Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass stru...

A circa 1920s French finely carved French alabaster light fixture with roses and foliage details on body and three interior lights. To be fitted...

Heavily patinated French iron lantern with wall mounting bracket.

A large and spectacular pair of French Louis XVI-style rock crystal and bronze chandeliers. Each chandelier is structured with a central gilt bronze frame composed of scrolling branc...

A rococo style four sided wood lantern with four lights. Each glass panel is topped with arched wood and surrounded with ornately carved detail as well as raised, carved foliate deta...

This exquisite lantern takes an octagonal beehive shape, which is often referred to as 'Versailles' shape, as it was based on an 18th Century model built for the Chateau of Versaille...

Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass structure and elegant “candles” crafted fr...

Inspired by Arabic calligraphic art and the icon of the classical candelabrum is Il Pezzo 3, a collection of lamps with a hand-forged brass stru...

A large and elegant antique wood and glass hanging lantern, circa 1800. Unlike other lamps similar to this in style which are traditionally made from metal, this lantern is crafted ...

An exquisite antique French Louis XVI style chandelier crafted in silvered bronze and cut rock crystal. The chandelier is structured with a central stem from which twelve scrolling a...