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 Originally made before the invention of electricity, this lantern has been converted from candle light to modern day electricity, accepting standard candelabra bulbs.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

American wrought iron and gilt three-light hanging lantern with six-paneled glass sides, decorative gilt acanthus and floral medallions, adorned with upper and lower scrolled spikes ...

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...

Highly stylish and classy lantern with solid bronze frame. If you are looking for a quality made, sizable, durable, stylish and excellent condition pendant then this wonderful speci...

Elegant hanging lantern made of solid brass and bronze four side of beveled glass with three 60/wall light .newly electrified and ready to use. One more is available on line.

English faux painted tin hanging lantern with a centered ring over beading, decorative floral swags, three-tiered step back, four glass sides with a hinged door, three-light cluster ...

A Large Late 19th Century Bronze Six Light Street Lantern Of Hexagonal form with winged mythological figures. Details: Height – 55 inches /140cm Diameter – 28 inches / 71cm Lights ...

A set of four hexagonal French Louis XV style wrought iron hanging lanterns, after the antique. The elongated body surmounted with fleur-de-lis', floral rosettes and scrolled decorat...

A very fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style pear-shaped gilt bronze and diamond-cut-bent-glass lantern. The ovoid gilt bronze body with a single light, surmounted with three glass panels centered with a sunburst design. The scrolled gilt bronze body with scrolls, acanthus, rosettes and leaves, each panel crowned with gilt bronze bows and ribbons...

A very fine and large set of four French 19th-20th century Gothic Revival style gilt bronze and glass six-light hanging lanterns with opaque-yellow stained-art glass, the top crowned with a cluster of fruits, circa 1900. Note: These are a set of four lanterns...

A very decorative and unique French 19th century Wrought Iron lantern. The bottom of the hexagon shaped lantern is elegantly decorated by elongated 'S' scrolls leading to the bottom ...

A set of three French 19th-20th century Gothic revival style gilt bronze and glass single-light hanging lanterns with opaque-yellow stained-art-g...