18th Century Lanterns

Early Danish 18th Century Brass Barn Portable Lantern.

Circa 1800 English Georgian Hexagonal Glazed Brass/Bronze Verdigris Lantern Exceptional quality, rewired with original chain & hanging hook Measures: W33 x D33 x H57 cm.  

Handcrafted wrought iron lantern with handcrafted stained glass comes from the Veneto region of Italy and was made in late 1800. Handmade and desig...

A very stunning 18th century Lantern from Venice. Wonderfully crafted from gilt metal and decorated with an angel and putti - standing in its stone base. Grand scale and ready to use...

Green leaf form with red flower heads. Electrified. No glass.

Very rare metal lantern, France, circa 1750- 1850. Weathered, small losses and some old repairs. Lantern can be opened on one side. Glass of later date. H:40,5cm W:26,5cm D:12cm

This exquisite 18th-century Italian lantern is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, blending elegance with intricate detailing. Handcrafted from wrought iron with gilded accents, this han...

18th Century Italian hanging bronze oil lamp with removable lid. Solid bronze. Can be hung or used as a stand-alone decorating piece. Great piece to use with any decor. Dimensions l...

A fine, large Louis XVI style fire-gilded chandelier, France, late 18th century. This wonderful piece is finely elaborate in precise detail decorated with elegant foliate, flowers an...

18th Century Sri Lankan hanging bronze oil lamp with Makara head spout. Solid bronze. Can be hung or used as a stand-alone decorating piece. Great piece to use with any decor. Dimen...

hanging from its original canopy and chains, with greek key handles and greek key incised decoration at upper rim, the body of neoclassic form and expertly cast, now to be fitted wit...

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...

Elegant Purple Crystal Chandelier - Antique Ceiling Pendant Lighting Introducing an exquisite candle-style purple crystal chandelier that r...

Pair of 18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf 'pompom' tassel. The tassel 'pompom' originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and was used to decorate ecclesiastical lighting...

Antique Venetian pendant chandelier ceiling hanging glass lantern light 18th C. / early 19th century Venetian library chandelier pendant colorful ha...

English brass serpentine foliage hanging hall / foyer lantern with a locking hinged door, flanking bulbous urn finials, scroll work, and retains the orig...

A scarce antique, circa 1785, Middle Eastern hand painted and blown glass Mosque lamp, 18th / early 19th century, the stunning blue glass mosque oil lamp having a large flared rim, o...

Domed top with leaf decoration and flower heads, cylindrical body with glass panels.

A very decorative pair of 18th century Venetian painted and gilt tole lanterns. The pair with a bottom gilt ball leads to 'S' scrolled green leaves with red tips. The hexagonally sha...

- Rare survival of a personal object made for practical everyday use. Although they would have been made in fairly significant numbers, surviving handheld, portable brass lanterns fo...

This Baroque lantern was made in Venice, Italy, during the 18th century, circa 1760, and features a gilded tole body covered in scrolls and floral design. The frosted glass center co...

A charming pair of Italian 18th century Venetian st. patinated metal and tole lanterns. Each hexagonal shaped lantern displays an elegantly rounded base with lovely hand painted roses on a beautiful cobalt blue background with fine scrolled foliate elements. At the center are the six original fitted frosted glass panes separated by most decorative double columns with blooming flower reserves and superb most decorative flower pots...

Nel XVIII secolo, non essendoci l'elettricità, l'illuminazione era affidata alle candele. Venice, like today, had no roads but waterways, which also allowed people to reach homes. Th...

This eight-sided lantern is a reinterpretation of the domestic models that were very popular in the mid-18th century. Indeed, reserved for a utilitarian use under Louis XIV, the lant...

This old gold finish wall sconce represents a half lantern with four lights. The carvings and fine details make it an exceptional Classic piece.

A FINE AND LARGE CHIPPENDALE PERIOD LACQUERED BRASS LANTERN, Circa 1760.

Large 18th century English gilt bronze hall lantern with a finely cast frame of serpentine form. The curved glass panels are headed by chased...

A very handsome and exquisite pair of Italian 18th century Venetian st. Pressed Metal and Tole lanterns. Each lantern has a circular array of pressed metal oak leaves at the bottom b...

An exceptional and large scale pair of Italian 18th century Tuscan St. giltwood hurricane lanterns, circa 1750. Each lantern is raised by handsome richly carved paw feet below the sq...

These Lanterns have been newly wired. They were used in the Italian Cathedrals with candles in them for the Procession in the 18th Century. They are really spectacular in person and...

Pair of lantern holders with iron frame and carved and gilded wooden body. An expression of the fully Baroque taste, the arms are moved in an "S" shape, while the wooden essence is c...

Pair of 18th century Italian hand carved gold leaf 'pompom' tassels. The tassels 'pompoms' originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used to decorate ecclesiastical lighting...

This very large gorgeous lantern (or chandelier too) is Inspired by the great Lantern in the Throne Room in Pavlovsk Palace. Rich Fire gilt and agate polishied bronze. Crystal a...

Period 18th century Italian carved and giltwood chandelier with six wrought iron arms. Intricately carved and giltwood canopy with wrought iron extension chain and carved and parcel ...

This wrought iron Gothic Lantern was made for a private chapel in France. We also made matching pendants that are availalble. The Bronze finish and Honey opal...

A French Louie XIV style glass lantern. The bell-shape body is suspended from 3 lengths of brass chain secured to the brass rim with pierced gallery edge....

PAIR OF PORTUGUESE LANTERNS 18th Century in painted and gilded metal, glass sides. Height: 57 cm. good conditions

Venetian Rococo tole lantern adorned with acanthus vegetal motif, circa 18th century, stunning greenish patina.

This small 18th century spherical chandelier is made from hand wrought iron circa 1780. The French antique piece features iron bobeches and floriate scroll decorations at top, with a...

Old Flemish lantern in copper and glass from the 18th century, not electrified. place for a candle, many cracks and small breakages, which do not detract from the charm of this lan...

This bronze lantern with six lights is simple and elegant, its raw design matches well with all interiors.

With three lights, this lantern is a mix between the sleek design of a modern lantern and a Classic design with its decorative pine cone decorative touch.

Genovese giltwood carved lantern. Currently wired for three lights.

This lantern has three lights and entirely made of bronze. It is adorned with several carving details and gilding which give it a royal look.

Pair of Portuguese appliques with two lights 18th century remade from painted and gilded carving decorated with plant motifs. Metal applica...