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Wonderful English Antique Verdigris Copper Lantern
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Wonderful English Antique Verdigris Copper Lantern

19th century
Sold 30 June 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Wonderful English Antique Verdigris Copper Lantern

This is a superb 19th century antique copper hanging lantern that has a fabulous, natural verdigris finish that has occurred over time to a wonderful colour. Comes with a length of original hanging chain which is 36cm long. A decorative design, hexagonal in shape with clear, bevelled original glass panels with an ornate and pierced top finished with a flame finial. In superb condition, with a bulb holder within. Ready to wire in situ.

Dimensions

Height: 54cm (21.43")

Width: 31cm (12.30")

Depth: 31cm (12.30")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Copper Lantern to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1151133
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Description
Wonderful English Antique Verdigris Copper Lantern
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This is a superb 19th century antique copper hanging lantern that has a fabulous, natural verdigris finish that has occurred over time to a wonderful colour.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Comes with a length of original hanging chain which is 36cm long. A decorative design, hexagonal in shape with clear, bevelled original glass panels with an ornate and pierced top finished with a flame finial. In superb condition, with a bulb holder within. Ready to wire in situ.

Dimensions

Height: 54cm (21.43")

Width: 31cm (12.30")

Depth: 31cm (12.30")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Copper Lantern to the 19th Century.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1151133
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An antique hanging lantern featuring a verdigris copper frame, scrollwork detailing, and bevelled glass panels. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique hanging lantern featuring a verdigris copper frame, scrollwork detailing, and bevelled glass panels. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 163
Items Sold 10,753
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Location: North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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An antique hanging lantern featuring a verdigris copper frame, scrollwork detailing, and bevelled glass panels.
Wonderful English Antique Verdigris Copper Lantern
Ref: SA1151133
An antique hanging lantern featuring a verdigris copper frame, scrollwork detailing, and bevelled glass panels.
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  • ObjectCeiling Lights
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCopper, Glass, Brass
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsVerdigris patina, Scrollwork finials, Bevelled glass panels
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

Antique hanging lanterns often draw inspiration from Victorian, Edwardian, and Arts and Crafts designs, characterised by functional utility combined with decorative metalwork suited for both interior halls and exterior porches.

These pieces are typically constructed from sheet copper, brass, or iron frameworks fitted with bevelled glass panels, joined using traditional soldering, riveting, and hand-forging techniques.

Authenticity is usually determined by inspecting the material thickness, hand-cut glass panels, natural oxidisation patterns, period-appropriate wiring conversions, and traditional fastener types rather than modern machine-stamped components.

Hanging an antique metal lantern in a modern hallway or above a kitchen island introduces textural contrast, historic character, and a striking focal point that anchors contemporary minimalism.

To preserve the natural patina and verdigris, surfaces should only be dusted gently with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding commercial metal polishes that strip away historical oxidisation.
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