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French Large Bronze 4 Light Antique Lantern
O'Keeffe Antiques
for sale €3,218     $3,493
£2,750
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French Large Bronze 4 Light Antique Lantern

1900 - 1920
Description

A French large bronze four light antique hall lantern, the four light fittings with circular bobeche drip pans, surrounded by a 4 sectional convex glass panels and held within a decorative heavy gauge scrolling cartouche shaped framework with reeded bulbous side panels and open scrolling canopy, having the original chain and ceiling rose, nice quality casting and great original colour. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 29"/74cm W: 14"/35cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA04873

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1153704
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OKA04873
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 large bronze four light antique hall lantern, the four light fittings with circular bobeche drip pans, surrounded by a 4 sectional convex glass panels and held within a decorative heavy gauge scrolling cartouche shaped framework with reeded bulbous side panels and open scrolling canopy, having the original chain and ceiling rose, nice quality casting and great original colour. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 29"/74cm W: 14"/35cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA04873

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
35cm (13.78")
Depth
35cm (13.78")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153704
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA04873
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the O'Keeffe Antiques Profile Page

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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French Large Bronze 4 Light Antique Lantern

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O'Keeffe Antiques

O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
Location
2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/okeeffe
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 307
Items Sold 5,638
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
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Location: 2 Christleton Road, Boughton, Chester, CH3 5UG, United Kingdom
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An antique French four-light bronze hallway lantern featuring curved glass panels and decorative scrolling upper supports.
French Large Bronze 4 Light Antique Lantern
Ref: SA1153704
An antique French four-light bronze hallway lantern featuring curved glass panels and decorative scrolling upper supports.
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French hall lanterns feature an open or glazed frame housing internal light sources, designed historically to protect flames from draughts in corridors and entryways. They often incorporate cast metalwork, curved glass panels, and decorative scroll motifs inspired by classical French architecture.

Historically, French pendant lights and hall lanterns were constructed using cast bronze, brass, or gilded metal frameworks fitted with hand-blown glass panels. Higher-end examples incorporated cut crystal, fire-gilded ormolu finishings, and carefully shaped bent glass elements.

Authentic antique bronze light fixtures exhibit age-appropriate oxidisation and natural patina within crevices, sharp foundry details from traditional sand-casting, and visible hand-finishing marks. Older electric or converted pieces often feature original cast chain links and non-standard thread pitch on threaded components.

An antique bronze lantern serves as a focal point when suspended over a foyer, hallway landing, or kitchen island. Its warm metallic tones pair well with neutral stone flooring, traditional panelling, or contrasting contemporary minimalist architecture.

Dust the frame regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to preserve the natural patina, avoiding chemical cleaners or metal polishes that strip historical finish. Glass panels should be cleaned carefully using a mild alcohol-free solution applied to a cloth rather than sprayed directly.
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