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Large Murano Wire Cage Blown Glass Lantern
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Large Murano Wire Cage Blown Glass Lantern

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 October 2025 · Rams Head Antiques
This “Large Murano Wire Cage Blown Glass Lantern” found a buyer.

It was listed by Rams Head Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is a good large early 20th century glass lantern light in blown clear glass with wire cage by Seguso Murano, circa 1920.

Perfect condition with cable, bulb and light fitting ready to hang.

Original chain and ceiling rose are present.

This measures 70 cms high overall including chain and rose and is 28 cms in diameter. (The shade itself is 45 cms high without the chain and ceiling rose)

UK insured packing and delivery is £20

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Murano Glass Wire Cage Lantern to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156746
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Description
This is a good large early 20th century glass lantern light in blown clear glass with wire cage by Seguso Murano, circa 1920.

Perfect condition with cable, bulb and light fitting ready to hang.

Original chain and ceiling rose are present.

This measures 70 cms high overall including chain and rose and is 28 cms in diameter. (The shade itself is 45 cms high without the chain and ceiling rose)

UK insured packing and delivery is £20

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Murano Glass Wire Cage Lantern to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156746
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A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Murano Wire Cage Blown Glass Lantern

Archive II A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. View II
Archive III A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. View III
Archive IV A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. View IV
Archive V A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. View V
Archive VI A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall. View VI
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Rams Head Antiques

Rams Head Antiques
Telephone 07769 255 544
Location
Wolsingham
Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ramsheadantiques
Verified Since Sep 2014
Items For Sale 322
Items Sold 4,326
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A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall.
Large Murano Wire Cage Blown Glass Lantern
Ref: SA1156746
A large mouth-blown clear glass lantern encased in a decorative patinated iron wire cage, suspended by a metal chain against a stone wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCeiling Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialGlass, Iron
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsMouth-blown glass, Scrollwork details, Metal wire cage, Suspension chain
  • SizeH 45 cm (18 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

FAQs

Murano glass lanterns originate from the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking traditions date back to the 13th century. Artisans developed sophisticated techniques for mouth-blowing large glass vessels and housing them in protective or decorative metal frameworks for interior and exterior illumination.

Authentic pieces typically combine mouth-blown soda-lime or lead glass with hand-forged structural elements such as iron, brass, or copper wire cages and suspension chains.

Authenticity is indicated by traditional manufacturing traits in the glass, including small air bubbles, pontil marks on the base, minor asymmetries from hand-blowing, and heavy, patinated metalwork rather than modern lightweight alloys.

Such fixtures work effectively as focal points in high-ceilinged hallways, above kitchen islands, or as statement pieces in living spaces, contrasting industrial metal frameworks with soft organic glass textures.

Clean the glass components gently using a soft cloth and mild glass cleaner, while dusting the metal framework with a dry brush to preserve the natural ageing and oxidisation of the metal.
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