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Lanterns For Sale
Large French Art Deco Bronze Opaline Glass Chandelier, 1910-1920
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A very large Art Deco bronze parcel burnished brass chandelier with opaline glass globes, France, 1910-1920. Elegant design,...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Vintage Wrought Iron Glass Pane Four Lights Pendant Navarre by Dennis Leen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage very Large Handcrafted Heavy Wrought Iron and Glass Paneled Four Interior Lights Classic French Navarre Light Pendant by Dennis & Leen, Beeswax Candle Sleeves accommodate med...
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1980s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron

Mid-century wrought iron lantern from France, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Cute mid-century wrought iron lantern, made in France, 1950s. Wrought iron structure, frozen glass lampshade, nice making details : floral ornaments, metallic lace and twists. Perfec...
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1950s French Neoclassical Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Of Solid Brass Vintage Ceiling Lantern 19”.5 x 9”.5 x 9”.5
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant pair of solid brass hanging lanterns, exuding timeless charm and robust quality. These substantial lanterns boast a beautiful, verdigris patina, a testament to their enduring...
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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Set of 4 Black Pink Crystal Murano Glass Brass Pendant Lights
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary orientalist style custom pendants / chandeliers, a modern Venetian geometric series with brass hardware, entirely handcrafted in Italy, the organic globes in egg, ovoid,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Vaughan Brass Etched Glass Filigree Bell Jar 3-Light Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Vaughan Designs Style Brass & Blown Glass With Etched Filigree Bell Jar Lantern With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceiling Fixture, Accompanied By Chain, Canopy And ...
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20th Century Regency Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Graceful 20th Century French Brass Lantern with Curved Detailing
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant early 20th-century French lantern showcases a beautifully crafted brass frame with delicate curved supports, adding a touch of refinement and charm. The cylindrical body...
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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Italian Murano Glass Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Murano glass chandelier. The light requires ten single E14 screw fit lightbulbs (40Watt max.) LED compatible. Measures: Total height 110 cm. Diameter 38 cm. Height of the l...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large Swedish Cut Glass Suspension Light, circa 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Swedish suspension light from the 1940-1950s. A large frosted funnel-shaped glass body with scalloped rim and cut decorations is suspended by three wires. One original E27 socke...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Set of Antique Venetian Lanterns with Glass Insets, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of four circa 1920s Italian metal lanterns with glass insets. Sold individually. Measurements: Height 30" Diameter 15".
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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful Medium Brass Blown Etched Glass Bell Jar 4-Light Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Brass & Blown Etched Glass Bell Jar 4 Candelabra Light Lantern Fixture
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20th Century Regency Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Large French Louis XVI Style Bronze Etched Glass Four-Light Lantern
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Very large Louis XVI style four-light hexagonal lantern, France, 1920-1930. The lantern is made of solid brass with integrated cast bronze details, six curved sides with curved cut g...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Italian Art Deco Wrought Iron Lantern, Paolo Buffa Style. 1940s
Located in Argelato, BO
Large Italian Art Deco Lantern in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s This is a highly elegant piece, crafted thanks to the remarkable technical expertise of Italian craftsmen. T...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Victorian era Graved Glass Brass Stairwell or Hallway Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and stylish Victorian period green glass lantern or ceiling lamp. This all handcrafted, practical size and great looking ceiling lamp is another one of our recent great fin...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mercury Glass Bell Jar Hurricane Lantern
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of mercury glass bell jar pendant, with embossed brass details. Made to order. Sold individually. Antique silver finish on glass may present variat...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Silver, Brass

French Baroque Style Wrought-Iron Stained Glass Hall Lantern, 19th-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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...
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Early 1900s French Baroque Revival Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

1950s French Gas Lamp Metal with Glass
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s French Gas Lamp Metal with Glass.
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Mid-20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Wonderful French Polished Brass Vaughan Square Glass Lantern Pendent Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Polished Brass Louis XV Style Square With Inset Beveled Glass Panel Lantern Pendent Fixture Having A 4 Candelabra Light Interior Cluster Comes Ready To Install Wit...
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20th Century Louis XV Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Massive Antique French Bronze Six Light Lantern Fixture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Magnificent and fine Antique French bronze hanging lantern. From Christies Catalog: "Duvaux delivered a lantern of this model in 1758 for the Salon ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Antique Italian Venetian Rococo Carved Painted Gilt Wood 3-Light Hall Lantern
Located in Forney, TX
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...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Lanterns

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Rococo Carved Giltwood Three-Light Lantern
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring Classic, French elegance into your home with this large rococo hand carved hall lantern. Crafted in France, circa 1860, this traditional hexagonal light...
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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Lanterns

Materials

Giltwood

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern
Located in Buisson, FR
Very rare metal lantern with lovely wooden handle, France, circa 1750- 1850. Unique period piece Weathered, small losses H:33cm W:16,5cm D:10cm
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Set of Vintage Tole and Amber glass Lanterns, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of 6 circa 1960's Moroccan lanterns with interior light. Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 20" Drop: 24"  (adjustable)
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1960s Moroccan Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Single Vintage Wall Hanging copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Single Wall lantern made of solid copper , originally was gas lantern and converted to be electric wall light . Two 60/watt light , great look ,be...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Gilt Wood Ivory Silk Gothic Style Pendant Light.
Located in Chicago, IL
Gilt and carved wood pendant light with gothic styling, laminate backed ivory silk panels and center pull chain with wood finial. Single socket ill...
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1960s American Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Giltwood

Handcrafted Brass and Bronze Ceiling Hanging Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Funky lantern made of handcrafted solid brass, bronze top with decorative palm leaf motif, weathered patina, electrified with three 40/watt lights, good for wet locations and would l...
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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

English Antique Brass Lantern
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice quality early 20th century English antique brass lantern. Circa 1920. A timeless and classic touch for a fine interior.
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20th Century Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Pair Vaughan Nichel Glass Flower Bell Jar 3-Light Lantern Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Vaughan Designs Style Nickel Plated Bronze With Blown Glass With Etched Flowers Leaves, Each Of The Bell Jar Lanterns With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceil...
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20th Century Regency Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Vintage Indian Brass Hanging Lantern with Pierced Floral and Lattice Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
This vintage Indian hanging lantern is crafted from solid brass with intricate hand-pierced decoration. Its tall cylindrical body (measuring 31"H) features alternating floral and lat...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Mid Century French Textured Glass Pendant Light Lantern C1950
Located in Trensacq, FR
Beautiful mid-century glass pendant light lantern c1950 France. Unusual cylindrical glass lantern, heavily textured with a subtle iridescent shine. In very good vintage condition wit...
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Mid-20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Moroccan Metal and Clear Glass Lantern, Octagonal Shape
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan metal and clear frosted glass lantern. Moroccan lantern in octagonal shape with rust color metal finish and clear glass. The top and bottom metal hand-cut in openwork Mooris...
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Old Large Masthead Nautical Ship Lamp, Vintage Industrial Style Decoration Item
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This is a large vintage solid metal and brass nautical 7989 Mast head Light, Maritime signal lantern/lamp with Fresnel lens. With carrying hoisting handle i...
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1930s English Industrial Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Samuel Yellin Italian Renaissance Wrought Iron Hanging Lantern
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance-style (19/20th Century) wrought iron 6 sided hanging lantern with military motifs and glass panels (attributed to: SAMUEL YELLIN)
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19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Small Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

Single Modern Wall Scones / Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
vats your home's exterior with this single modern wall sconce, Crafted from durable metal, this light fixture feature a unique hand verdigris patina finish, giving it a rich, weath...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Wonderful French Louis XVI Dore Bronze Blown Glass Regency Lantern Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vintage French Louis XVI Style Dore Bronze And Blown Glass Panel, Regency Lantern Light Fixture With 3 Candelabra Internal Lights Accompanied By Chain And Canopy
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20th Century French Louis XVI Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Italian 1970s Chrome with Clear and White Glass Globe Pendant Light
Located in Montclair, NY
A wonderfully sculptural Italian pendant light from the 1970s in the style of the Italian lighting company Vistosi. The hand blown glass shade is clear with a light blue/grey tint. I...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Chrome

Rare Arts Crafts Patinated Bronze Uranium (Vaseline) Glass Pendant / Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and all handcrafted light fixture of perfect design and proportions. If you are looking for an early 1900s, stylish and top quality crafted light to grace your entry hall, land...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of French Art Deco Hanging Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Art Deco pendants. Textured glass diffuser over a decorative frosted glass disc. Great over a kitchen center island.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Josef Hoffmann Flush Mount Lamp / Lantern Jugendstil Re Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Hohe Warte and House Waerndorfer. All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Lanterns

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Patinated Iron Dragon Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1970's Italian iron dragon lantern shaped light fixture with etched glass globe.  Measurements: Minimum drop: 34" Diameter: 31" Depth: 30"
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1970s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Barovier Toso 1940s Murano Blown Glass Aventurine Lantern
Located in Montclair, NY
Presented is a 1940s Fanali Veneziani 4430 model blown glass lantern by renowned Italian glass house Barovier & Toso. This lantern is part of a collection that pays homage to the his...
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1940s Italian Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Hanging Pendant Light Sculpture Contemporary Hand-Blown Glass Blackened Steel
Located in Bronx, NY
FLORA NO. 3 J.M. Szymanski D. 2024 What is the architecture of a flower? FLORA, a lighting collection by J.M. Szymanski, explores a flower's remarkable form. The collection is a lin...
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2010s American Modern Lanterns

Materials

Steel

French 19th-20th Century Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass "Versailles" Style Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century gilt bronze and molded cut-glass "Versailles" style single-light hanging lantern, in the manner of Baccarat. The elongated molded and cut-glass body s...
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Early 1900s French Louis XIV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Set of French Midcentury Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of six French circa 1950's milk glass pendant light fixtures with bronze body and fittings. Sold individually. Measurements: Height of body: 32" Drop: Current drop: 50" Diamet...
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1950s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Alhambra 1A Milk Glass with Silver Patina, Granada Collection
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Moorish Lanterns

Materials

Glass

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful French mid-20th century neoclassical style single light interior hanging lantern with six glass panels. Each of the six glass panels has a cut starburst decor. One socket f...
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1950s French Neoclassical Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large White Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
Located in New York, NY
Our Atzompa Collection is created in the Oaxacan town of Santa María Atzompa, where the pottery-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture. Building on this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century French Copper Lantern
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
20th Century French copper lantern. A super shape with decorative time one patina. Rewired to UK standards. Four available, priced individually.
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20th Century French Lanterns

Materials

Copper

19c French Antique Lantern
Located in New Orleans, LA
This authentic 19th century French lantern is a striking example of timeless European craftsmanship. Hand-forged from black iron, it features a beautifully aged patina that reflects ...
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19th Century French Antique Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Vintage Four-Sides Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage Quality handmade solid copper lantern with three 60/watt lights. Electrified and ready to light. Beautiful oxidization patina. Could be used in wet location and indoor. Chain...
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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Rare Dutch Arts Crafts Brass and Glass Pendant Light, Lantern st. Berlage 1910
By Hendrik Petrus Berlage
Located in Lisse, NL
Marvelous design and execution antique pendant light / lantern. In the manner of Hendrik Berlage. If you are looking for a stylish and quality crafted light to grace your entry hall...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Large Bronze Blown Etched Glass Star Bell Jar 5-Light Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Bronze With Blown Etched Glass Star Bell Jar Lantern Fixture With A 5-Light Candelabra Cluster, Accompanied By Chain And Canopy.
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20th Century Regency Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Port and Starboard Wing Lanterns
Located in Norwell, MA
Brass port and starboard wing lanterns with ruby and blue fresnel lenses. c. 1910 by Perko (Perkins Marine)
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20th Century Lanterns

Set of 12 Vintage Glass Rods Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 bronze and glass French light fixtures with interior lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Diameter: 9.5" Height of body: 12.5" Minimum drop 14" Current drop: 19" (adj...
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1960s French Vintage Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XV Style Gilt-Metal and Cut-Glass Crystal Ten-Light Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XV style gilt-metal and cut-glass ten-light chandelier. The caged body surmounted with ten scrolled candle-arms, each fitted with molded glass wax-holders, with two in...
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Lanterns

Materials

Metal

A big Arts and Crafts brass lantern with a domed flaring hat pierced with hearts
Located in London, GB
A large Arts and Crafts brass lantern with a domed flaring hat pierced with hearts and a floral finial to the base. The original glass wa...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Lanterns

Materials

Brass

French Country Lantern - Verdigris Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country Lantern, This hexagonal lantern has a fluted lotus roof, fleur de lis reticulated panel sides, glass sides and door with three li...
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21st Century and Contemporary European French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Large Four-Sides Hanging Copper Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Quality hand forge solid copper lantern with two 60 watt lights. Electrified and ready to light. Beautiful oxidization patina. Made in the US, Suitable for wet locations Copper canopy...
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20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Copper

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.