Lanterns
2010s Lanterns
Wicker, Glass
Late 20th Century Lanterns
Wicker, Twig, Glass
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Iron
20th Century Unknown Brutalist Lanterns
Brass
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Lanterns
Metal
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Iron, Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Metal
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Lanterns
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century French Lanterns
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
1890s English Antique Lanterns
Brass
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Lanterns
Copper
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Wire
1940s French Regency Vintage Lanterns
Metal
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Brass
1960s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Cane, Rattan
20th Century Spanish Bohemian Lanterns
Cane, Rattan, Rope
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Cane, Rattan
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Lanterns
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lanterns
Metal
20th Century Bohemian Lanterns
Brass
Late 20th Century Bohemian Lanterns
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Cane, Rattan, Wicker
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Lanterns
Wicker, Rattan, Cane
20th Century American Rustic Lanterns
Brass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Blown Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Chrome
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Blown Glass
1990s Unknown Art Deco Lanterns
Metal
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Blown Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Lanterns
Copper
20th Century Bohemian Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Lanterns
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Lanterns
Bronze
1890s European Victorian Antique Lanterns
Brass
1990s Moroccan Bohemian Lanterns
Copper, Pewter
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century European Baroque Lanterns
Glass, Wood
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lanterns
Glass
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Lanterns
Glass
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Blown Glass
1940s Belgian Other Vintage Lanterns
Brass
20th Century Unknown Lanterns
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Lanterns
Blown Glass
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.





