Lanterns
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Brass
1950s Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Lanterns
Metal, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Iron
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass, Nickel
Early 20th Century Italian Lanterns
Late 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1960s Italian Gothic Revival Vintage Lanterns
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Lanterns
Porcelain
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Wrought Iron, Brass, Wire
1940s English Vintage Lanterns
Bronze
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Lanterns
Glass
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Iron
Early 20th Century French Empire Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
1940s English Vintage Lanterns
Bronze
1950s French Vintage Lanterns
Metal
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Iron
20th Century French Louis XIV Lanterns
Iron, Gold Leaf
1980s North American Vintage Lanterns
Copper
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Lanterns
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Lead
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Lanterns
Metal
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Brass, Wire, Bronze
1940s English Vintage Lanterns
Glass
20th Century French Lanterns
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Lanterns
Brass
2010s German Baroque Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
20th Century American Lanterns
Copper
1930s French Chinoiserie Vintage Lanterns
Crystal, Bronze
Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Lanterns
Metal
19th Century American Victorian Antique Lanterns
Glass
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Lanterns
Bronze
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Wicker, Rattan
20th Century American Lanterns
Brass
Late 20th Century Indian Moorish Lanterns
Brass
1920s American Adam Style Vintage Lanterns
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns
Iron
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Aluminum
20th Century Regency Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Lanterns
Glass, Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns
Wrought Iron
1920s Italian Vintage Lanterns
Metal
Vintage, New and Antique Lanterns
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.





