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Arts and Craft Lion crest wall lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#2-819 Hand made copper Lion crest holding copper lantern
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Early 20th Century Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Wall Lantern
Located in New York, NY
19th Century English Copper Wall Lantern
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19th Century British Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Pair of American Copper and Brass Hanging Glass Lanterns, Orig Gas, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American copper and brass hanging glass lanterns with upper circular bulbous vented finials
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1810s American American Empire Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Brass, Copper

Early 20th Century French Copper and Brass Marine Port Side Lantern, 26-in high
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This large early twentieth century English copper nautical lantern features a brass label in the
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Early 20th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of American Nickel Silver and Copper Coach Lanterns, New Haven, Circa 1860
By English and Mersick Company
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American nickel silver and copper coach lanterns with vented tiered upper finials, the
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1860s American American Empire Antique Copper Lantern

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Copper, Wrought Iron, Nickel

16th Century Iron and Copper Secchio Pozzo or Well Bucket Mounted as a Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
patinated copper body, with four puncture marks at the bottom of copper (probably used as a planter at some
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Copper Lantern

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Copper, Iron

Pair of English Copper Ship Lanterns by Meteorite, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English copper ship lanterns with fresnel lenses, hinged doors, and original carrying
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Early 20th Century British Antique Copper Lantern

Continental Bronze Lantern
Located in Stamford, CT
A Continental four light bronze lantern with copper ornamentation.
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Early 20th Century Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Bronze, Copper

U.S. Lighthouse Service Post Lantern "B" Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Post Lantern "B" beacon light. From the United States Lighthouse Establishment. These were used
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1890s North American Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Antique 19th Century Victorian Copper Verdigris Metal Railway Lantern, C.1890
Located in London, GB
Elegantly formed Victorian copper wall lantern in original condition. c.1890 A beautiful time
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Metal

Bronze Buoy Lantern
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A fantastic early C20th bronze and copper buoy lantern with original curved glass and patination
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Early 20th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of French Copper and Wrought Iron Wall Lanterns. Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair French copper and wrought iron single light wall lanterns with hinged top, decorative floral
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19th Century French Antique Copper Lantern

Large Bronze Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
Spectacular and huge antique lantern with beautiful patina. Bronze and copper with amber glass
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Early 20th Century American Antique Copper Lantern

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Bronze, Copper

French hanging lantern
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Cooper and bronze 3 - light hanging lantern, clean modernist lines. newly wired for the US
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Early 20th Century French Antique Copper Lantern

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Copper, Bronze

Pair of Venetian Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
18th/19th century Venetian copper repousse lanterns on painted wood poles
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19th Century Italian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Octagonal Lantern From Avignon
By Claude Lefebvre
Located in Houston, TX
Octagonal lantern in iron and copper. Maker's tag; Claude Lefebvre, Tavers France.
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19th Century French Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper, Iron

Elegant Verdigris Hall Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
Verdigrised copper hall lantern with four canted, glazed sides, surmounted by hip roofed copper top
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1860s English Victorian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Charming Antique French Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Antique French lantern with steel and copper case. Hinged door with round glass window. Copper top
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Early 1900s European Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Metal, Copper

French Copper Latern
By Claude Lefebvre
Located in Houston, TX
Large French copper and iron hexagonal lantern from Avignon.
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Early 1900s French Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Cast Iron Hanging Lantern
Located in Culver City, CA
Cast iron hanging lantern with copper detail, found from an outdoor garden. Priced individually.
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Iron, Copper

Pair of Nautical Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Authentic pair of nautical port and starboard lanterns by Simpson Lawrence. Measures: 6 x 6 x 5.
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19th Century Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Pair of English Copper Anchor Ship Lanterns. Meteorite Firm, Circa 1910-20
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English copper anchor ship lanterns. Stamped by maker, Meteorite. Circa 1910-20
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Early 20th Century British Antique Copper Lantern

Tricolor Meteorite Ships Bow Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Here is a solid copper ships bow lantern with ruby red port, clear masthead, lens with damage and
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1910s Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

19thc Pair English Ship Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
19thc Pair Copper and Brass Ship Lanterns Completely Restored
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19th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper, Brass

American Arts Crafts Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome American arts & crafts bronze and copper hexagonal lantern with original bronze canopy
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Bronze, Copper

French Copper and Wrought Iron Five-Light Lantern, First Quarter of 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The pyramidal shaped lantern is pierced with holes for light coming from internal downlight, having
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Lantern

Pair of Port and Starboard Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Authentic pair of ship's copper port and starboard lanterns. Lanterns have clear Fresnel lenses
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19th Century Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Matched Pair of Verdigris Hanging Lanterns
Located in London, GB
A matched pair of mid nineteenth century verdigris copper hanging lanterns, with pagoda form tops
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Large English 19thC Verdigris Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870. Large English 19thC Verdigris Lantern. Glazed hinged door with excellent
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Opaline Globe Lanterns. France, circa 1870
Located in Culver City, CA
Opaline globe lanterns France, circa 1870 13.75”diameter x 14”h x 41”h (with chain
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19th Century French Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Large Copper Navigation Light
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Good quality large oil fired navigation light marked "Trawler" retaining its original oil burner, includes a hand made steel bracket for wall mounting.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Hexagonal Brass and Glass Hall Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine early 20th Century brass hexagonal hall lantern, the three shaped supports held by ball
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Early 20th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

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Brass, Copper

A Near Pair of Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Greenwich, CT
A near pair of coppers hanging lanterns with bell tops over trapezoidal plates, by W. Edgar and Son
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19th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper, Brass

Large Early 20th Century Avignon Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large early 20th century hexagonal copper top lantern from Avignon, France, with a pleasing patina
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Iron, Copper

Large Early 20th Century Avignon Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large early 20th century octagonal copper top lantern from Avignon, France, with a stunning patina
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper, Iron, Tôle

Large Early 20th Century Avignon Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large early 20th century hexagonal copper top lantern from Avignon, France, with a stunning patina
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Iron, Copper

Large Early 20th Century Avignon Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large early 20th century hexagonal copper top lantern from Avignon, France, with a stunning patina
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Copper Lantern

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Iron, Copper

19th Century English Verdigris and Painted Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English verdigris and painted lantern circa 1870. 19th century verdigris and
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1860s British Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

19th Century English Verdigris Oversized Glazed Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
statement Verdigris copper and cast iron lantern with three candle bulb holder and hinged door. Supplied
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper, Iron

ENGLISH HANGING LANTERN
Located in Buchanan, MI
ENGLISH IRON AND COPPER HANING LANTERN OF IMPRESSIVE SCALE.
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19th Century English Antique Copper Lantern

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Iron

AGA Buoy Lantern
Located in Norwell, MA
Copper and brass buoy lantern by AGA. Lens has some loss. Dimensions: 20" H x 9" W.
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Late 19th Century Antique Copper Lantern

French Hanging Lantern
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fantastic 19th century French verdigris copper hanging lantern with chain. This is a fabulous 19th
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Copper Lantern

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Glass

Antique Glazed Copper Hall Lantern Pendant Light Lamp. C.1890
Located in London, GB
Beautifully formed glazed copper lantern with natural verdigris. c.1890 Octagonal lantern of
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Copper Lantern

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Copper

English Winsor Lanterns
Located in London, GB
A good pair of English Edwardian sheet copper Winsor lanterns, the glazed square section, tapered
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Copper Lantern

19thC English Oversized Hexagonal Verdigris Statement Lantern
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1850. Exceptional 19thC English oversized hexagonal verdigris statement lantern with three
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Copper Lantern

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Copper

19th Century Clear Glass Anglo Indian Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Long Island City, NY
19th Century Clear Glass Anglo Indian Bell Jar Lantern
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19th Century Indian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Pair of 19th Century Anglo Indian Bell Jars Lanterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of 19th Century Anglo Indian Bell Jars Lanterns with etched wheat decoration
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19th Century Indian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Big Brass Lantern, Art Nouveau, Artdeco, circa 1915
Located in Praha, CZ
Fully functional. E27 bulb. New copper cable.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Pair of Copper Verdigris Green Carriage Lamps
Located in Middleburg, VA
A fine pair of carriage lamps. Made of copper with a greenish blue verdigris patination. Good
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Early 20th Century Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

19th Century French Antique Wall Mount Lantern Luchaire Fils
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stately antique French copper gas light lantern with a copper top, brass details, brass burner
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Late 19th Century French Antique Copper Lantern

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Metal, Copper

Extremely Unusual Arts and Crafts Lantern of Pagoda Form
Located in London, GB
An extremely unusual Arts and Crafts lantern of pagoda form.
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Exceptional Suite of 6 French Antique Restored Large Lanterns
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Exceptional suite of 6 French antique mid-19th century restored large lanterns. Expertedly
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Exceptional Suite of 6 French Antique Restored Large Lanterns
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Exceptional suite of 6 French antique mid-19th century restored large lanterns. Expertedly
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Japanese Antique Bronze Star Fish Lantern, Hand Made Unique
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we have seen, unique An innovative designed nautical Lantern that emits brilliant night
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Copper Lantern

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Bronze, Copper

Early 20th Century English Copper Light Shade
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century English copper light shade A large, stamped hallmark British glass shade
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1920s British Late Victorian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Century English Copper Holophane Streetlight
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century English copper Holophane streetlight A rare example of an early 20th Century
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1920s British Early Victorian Antique Copper Lantern

Materials

Copper

Pier Light, Copper
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid copper pier light. Highly polished with clear Fresnel lens and protective brass bars.
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Early 20th Century Antique Copper Lantern

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Antique Copper Lantern For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique copper lantern you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique copper lantern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, copper and glass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique copper lantern, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique copper lantern bearing Arts and Crafts, Victorian or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique copper lantern that is appealing in its simplicity, but Holophane, James Cunningham and Son Ny and Claude Lefebvre produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Copper Lantern?

Prices for an antique copper lantern can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $145 and can go as high as $25,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,425.

Finding the Right Lanterns for You

Whether you’re in search of a functional fixture to help illuminate a room or just a minimalist ornamental touch, the choice of lighting is important. Selecting the perfect vintage, new or antique lanterns can transform an otherwise monotonous space in your home.

In the 1700s, lanterns became widely popular when accessibility broadened for whale oil, as fuel for lamps was one of its earliest uses. Lantern design evolved considerably during the mid- to late 19th century, when a powerful, adaptable fuel came into play: kerosene. Portable and immediately sought after, kerosene lamps were traditionally surrounded by a glass globe or tube that sat on a metal frame to protect the flame from spreading or extinguishing. (While reproductions abound, antique kerosene lanterns have since become collector's items.)

Later, in 1862, John H. Irwin created coil oil lamps, which were designed for coal oils as well as kerosene and lessened the risk of fire. They required plentiful oxygen to remain lit, and with refinements, the lamps could be used indoors. Lanterns increasingly came to be part of commercial spaces such as museums and theaters, and over time, lighting artisans worked to refine and perfect these innovative fixtures so that they weren’t only practical but also elegant, sophisticated additions to home decor.

Antiques inject a touch of classical chic into any space. With the right lantern, you could also deepen the impact of the collection of vases and vessels, sculptures or other decorative objects in a living room or dining room. It’s essential to find a balance between utility and aesthetics when choosing the perfect vintage–style lantern for your space, and the right lighting decisions can determine the underlying mood of a room as well as enhance the choices you’ve made for your home’s decor. While old-time charm is something to be cherished, there is lots to love in modern lanterns from today’s top furniture designers.

On 1stDibs, search by creator to find lanterns crafted by the likes of Woka Lamps, Barovier Toso and Material Lust or browse the collection by style. From today’s standouts to mid-century modern classics to Art Deco–era innovations, find the best vintage, new or antique lantern for you now.

Questions About Antique Copper Lantern
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique copper finish refers to the natural tarnishing or ‘patina’ that a copper piece acquires over time. It also refers to the green color some vintage copper pieces take on. You’ll find a large collection of antique copper from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Unless a copper piece has a heavy green patina indicating advanced age or bears a maker’s mark identifying it, the best way to tell whether a copper piece is antique is to take it to an appraiser. Find a collection of antique, vintage and modern copper pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify antique railroad lanterns, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on the bottom. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your lantern based on these markings, and then you can research the company to find out when it was in business and making lanterns similar to yours. To be considered an antique, a railroad lantern must be at least 100 years old. If you can't find a maker's marking, it's generally necessary to use the characteristics of a lantern to date it. Because this can be difficult without experience and training, you may wish to seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer when identifying unmarked railroad lanterns. Explore a selection of lanterns on 1stDibs.