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Victorian Green Painted Garden Lantern Converted from Gas
Rupert Landen Antiques
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Victorian Green Painted Garden Lantern Converted from Gas

19th century
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Victorian lantern in painted green steel. This piece has been completely re-glazed with brown putty. Originally gas, it has since been converted to electric with an E27 Edison screw bulb holder mounted in the base. The door no longer opens and access to the bulb is from underneath. The top retains its original vents. The paint has a nicely patinated green finish. The lantern stands on a base with ball decoration to the upper and lower sections and is designed to be bolted down outdoors.

sku 3743

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Rupert Landen Antiques has dated this Victorian Green Garden Lantern to the Victorian era.

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Based in the South Oxfordshire countryside,

Rupert Landen Antiques is a family-run antiques business. Specialising in hand-picked chandeliers, mid-century lighting and period furniture.

We source and lovingly restore unique one-off pieces, using traditional hand finishing techniques.

In our specialist restoration workshop, we put the craftsman at the heart of what we do with care, authenticity and pride.

You can arrange your own transport or collect in person. We ship worldwide and have extensive experience of wrapping carefully so you can shop with confidence! We often deliver for free to mainland UK - please contact us to discuss.

You can also view items at our restoration workshop by appointment only.

Our lighting has all been lovingly restored, tested and earthed but will need to be installed by a qualified electrician. All of our furniture has been through our antique restoration workshop.

All sizes are approximate.

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Victorian lantern in painted green steel. This piece has been completely re-glazed with brown putty.
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Originally gas, it has since been converted to electric with an E27 Edison screw bulb holder mounted in the base.
Rupert Landen Antiques

The door no longer opens and access to the bulb is from underneath. The top retains its original vents. The paint has a nicely patinated green finish. The lantern stands on a base with ball decoration to the upper and lower sections and is designed to be bolted down outdoors.

sku 3743

Date of Manufacture

Rupert Landen Antiques has dated this Victorian Green Garden Lantern to the Victorian era.

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SA1212942
Dealers Internal Ref
3743
Rupert Landen Antiques
Rupert Landen Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018

Specialists in antique lighting and chandeliers

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A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base.
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Archive I A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base.

Victorian Green Painted Garden Lantern Converted from Gas

Archive II A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base. View II
Archive III A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base. View III
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Archive V A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base. View V
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Whitchurch on Thames
South Oxfordshire
RG8 7QX
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A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base.
Victorian Green Painted Garden Lantern Converted From Gas
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A Victorian green-painted metal garden lantern with glass panes and a tiered top cap, converted for electrical use and mounted on a decorative base.
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Victorian gas lanterns were outdoor lighting fixtures originally designed during the nineteenth century to burn town gas, featuring ventilation caps to release heat and fumes. Many of these period pieces have since been converted to electricity for modern functional use.

These lanterns were typically constructed from cast or wrought iron, sheet copper, and leaded brass frames fitted with clear glass panes. The exterior surfaces were frequently painted or lacquered to protect the metal structure from outdoor weathering.

Authentic gas lanterns often display original ventilation cowls, remnants of gas pipework or jet mountings at the base, and evidence of hand-riveted metal construction. Look for age-appropriate wear, layered paint finishes, or natural oxidation on the internal metal components.

Position the lantern on a hallway console, side table, or sheltered patio table to serve as a characterful accent light. Paired with a warm filament bulb, the aged finish adds textural interest to both contemporary and traditional decorative schemes.

Clean the glass panes with a soft damp cloth and mild glass cleaner, avoiding abrasive chemical agents on the painted frame. Ensure electrical wiring is inspected by a qualified electrician and keep the lantern protected from extreme moisture if placed outdoors.
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