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A Pair of Arts and Crafts Lanterns
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A Pair of Arts and Crafts Lanterns

19th century
Description

A pair of sheet metal Arts and Crafts lanterns with pagoda shaped tops above a priced frieze and shaped glazed panels, originally fitted for gas.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd has dated these Arts and Crafts Lanterns to the Victorian era.

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SA1060508
Dealers Internal Reference
S688
Description
A pair of sheet metal Arts and Crafts lanterns with pagoda shaped tops above a priced frieze and shaped glazed panels, originally fitted for gas.
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd has dated these Arts and Crafts Lanterns to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1060508
Dealers Internal Ref
S688
Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels.
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Archive I A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels.

A Pair of Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Archive II A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels. View II
Archive III A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels.
Archive V A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels. View V
Archive VI A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels. View VI
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Drennan & Sturrock Ltd
Telephone 07973 158545
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Edinburgh
United Kingdom

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A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels.
A pair of Arts and Crafts lanterns
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A pair of patinated dark iron Arts and Crafts lanterns featuring pagoda-style roofs, loop finials, circular pierced vents, and clear glass panels.
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  • ObjectLanterns
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialWrought Iron, Glass, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFlared square roofs, Spherical loop finials, Pierced circular vents, Arched glass frames
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 35.5 cm (14 in) x D 35.5 cm (14 in)

A matched pair of Victorian Arts and Crafts lanterns originates from the period and embodies a distinct Gothic-influenced architectural style. Both pieces comprise sheet metal structures finished in a dark brown tone, incorporating transparent glass panels and subtle brass components internally. The design includes wide flared pagoda-style square roofs topped by spherical loop finials above friezes featuring pierced circular vents. Below these upper sections, arched glass frames enclose the main chambers, which sit atop simple square bases fitted with small hinges and clasps on the doors. Each lantern measures 61 cm high, 35.5 cm wide, and 35.5 cm deep. Originally configured for gas illumination, these decorative objects serve as striking decorative items for interior display within contemporary residential spaces. They sit securely upon horizontal wooden surfaces such as sideboards, console tables, or mantelshelves in hallways, living rooms, or dining areas. The dark metallic finish and pagoda profiles provide a strong visual focal point for collectors of Victorian metalwork and period lighting accessories.

FAQs

Arts and Crafts lighting emerged in the late nineteenth century as a reaction against industrial mass production, prioritising hand craftsmanship, visible joinery, and honest materials. Design elements often incorporate simple geometric forms, natural motifs, and architectural influences such as Gothic and Japanese aesthetics.

Lanterns from this era were typically forged from wrought iron, copper, or brass, and often fitted with clear, frosted, or leaded glass panels. Construction methods relied on rivets, hand-hammered joints, and manually pierced fretwork rather than modern welding.

Authentic period pieces show subtle surface irregularities from hand forging, original riveted or folded joints, and natural age-related oxidisation. Modern reproductions often exhibit uniform machine welds, perfectly symmetrical stampings, and artificial patination.

These fixtures function effectively as focal lighting in entryways, stairwells, or suspended over kitchen islands. Their dark metallic silhouettes contrast well against neutral walls, complementing both traditional period homes and modern rustic interiors.

Dust metal surfaces regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth. To preserve patinated wrought iron, apply a light coat of microcrystalline wax occasionally, and avoid using abrasive liquid metal cleaners that strip historical finishes.
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