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French Gilded Bronze Antique Hall Lantern
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French Gilded Bronze Antique Hall Lantern

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 April 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French gilded bronze triple light hexagonal antique hall lantern, the six glass panels held within an ornate scrolling framework with three light fittings and having decorative scrolled central cartouche leaf embellishments, with ornate side leaf lozenges and scrolling canopy, having the original chain and ceiling rose, lovely original patination, well cast and great large scale. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 26"/66cm W: 15"/38cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05340

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilded Bronze Hall Lantern to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1120455
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05340
Dealers Notes

We specialise in selling antique chandeliers, antique lighting, French mirrors, antique gilt furniture and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.

We deliver our products to the UK, Europe and worldwide using our own professional door-to-door courier service and also a large trusted international courier company. Please call us on 01244 311279 or contact us and we will provide you with delivery information and an individual delivery quote if necessary.

Description
A French gilded bronze triple light hexagonal antique hall lantern, the six glass panels held within an ornate scrolling framework with three light fittings and having decorative scrolled central cartouche leaf embellishments, with ornate side leaf lozenges and scrolling canopy, having the original chain and ceiling rose, lovely original patination, well cast and great large scale. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 26"/66cm W: 15"/38cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05340

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilded Bronze Hall Lantern to the 1920s.

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120455
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05340
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Gilded Bronze Antique Hall Lantern

Archive II A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View II
Archive III A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View III
Archive IV A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View IV
Archive V A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View V
Archive VI A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View VI
Archive VII A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View VII
Archive VIII A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View VIII
Archive IX A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View IX
Archive X A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain. View X
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O'Keeffe Antiques

O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/okeeffe
Verified Since Jan 2010
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A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain.
French Gilded Bronze Antique Hall Lantern
Ref: SA1120455
A hexagonal French gilded bronze hall lantern featuring glazed glass panels, scrollwork details, and an internal candelabra fitting, suspended from a matching chain.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCeiling Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Rococo
  • MaterialBronze, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsScrollwork, Acanthus leaves, Hexagonal glazing, Candelabra fittings
  • SizeH 66 cm (26 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

French hall lanterns originated as functional exterior and vestibule lighting in European chateaux and townhouses during the 18th and 19th centuries, later transitioning into prominent interior architectural features.

Authentic period lanterns are typically constructed using cast bronze or brass frames, often fire-gilded or ormolu, fitted with hand-blown bevelled glass panels and wired for internal illumination.

Authenticity is determined by examining casting quality, hand-chiselling details on the metalwork, patination patterns, hand-blown glass irregularities, and traditional mechanical fixings rather than modern welds.

Hanging a historic lantern in a contemporary setting creates a striking focal point, particularly when contrasted against minimalist architectural backdrops or paired with neutral, understated furnishings.

Gilded surfaces should be cleaned strictly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust. Avoid chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, or water, as these can strip the fragile gold leaf or fire-gilt finish.
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