Vermeil Lighting

Pair of finely carved rock crystal lamps with polish brass decoration. To the top of the rock crystal 16 inch.

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 Originally made before the invention of electricity, this lantern has been converted from candle light to modern day electricity, accepting standard candelabra bulbs.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

Rock Crystal Bubble lamps with aged brass finish. To the top of the rock crystal 17.5 inch Created by Phoenix, lamp shades are not included

Pair of arc-shaped block form rock crystal quartz lamps with antique brass insert decoration. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Each lamp installed with two sockets, 75 watts each so...

Early 20th C Italian hand-carved Alabaster Neoclassical baluster urn lamp embellished with a wreath of flowers around the top of the urn. The blush tones & matte finish make this lam...

19th century English Art Nouveau verdigris lantern, circa 1890. A lovely example of an Art Nouveau verdigris lantern. Rewired, pat tes...

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Baroque style wrought iron and bronze hanging lantern with distinctive bronze decorative plaques and original chain and hardware. Dating from the 1890's - 1910, this beautifully craf...

Italian Mangani Firenze Porcelain Gilt Urn Table Lamp Offered for sale is an Italian Mangani Firenze white porcelain and gilt decorated urn neocla...

Antique French, solid Bronze Lantern, newly rewired for the American market, but without glass.

This is a pair of silver and parcel gilt baluster candle sticks that have been converted to lamps. They are situated on circular base, 20th Century.

Pair of gilt bronze lanterns. France, late 19th century.