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19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern
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19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

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Description

19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

A highly decorative 19th-century copper wall lantern, featuring an ornate crown with pointed finials. Fully glazed, with a sliding door latch, it has recently been fitted with a brass bayonet light fitting for modern use.

Dimensions

Height: 29 inches 73.66 cm

Width: 14.5 inches 36. 83 cm

Depth: 12.5 inches 31. 75 cm

Detail

Age: 1890

Origin: Unknown

Material: Copper / Glass

Condition: Aged

Condition Report: Over 100 years old, this item remains structurally sound. Its naturally aged surface has developed a highly decorative verdigris patina, enhancing its character and appeal. The original hanging brackets remain intact, allowing for straightforward wall mounting.

UK Buyers: Delivery is available through our trusted courier partners, including specialist services for valuable, oversized and fragile items.

International Buyers: Worldwide shipping is available. Please contact us prior to purchase for a bespoke shipping quotation. Given the age, size and delicate nature of this piece, we strongly recommend fully insured, tracked and professionally crated shipping.

Dispatch Time:Typically, 3–7 working days, subject to destination and courier arrangements.

Our Guarantee

At The House of Antiques Ltd / The Purest Space Ltd, we are committed to transparency, quality and exceptional customer service.Every item is carefully inspected, accurately described and extensively photographed. As our pieces are antique and vintage, individual signs of age and use form part of their history and character. We encourage prospective buyers to review all photographs carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.

Returns & Cancellations

Returns are accepted only where an item is found to differ materially from its description. Any such issue must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.

We are unable to accept returns or cancellations due to a change of mind. Unless otherwise agreed, all return shipping costs, including suitable insurance, remain the responsibility of the buyer.

Photographic Rights

All photographs and images remain the intellectual property of The House of Antiques Ltd / The Purest Space Ltd. For licensing, reproduction or publication enquiries, please contact us in advance.

Electrical Notice

Although the lamp has been professionally rewired, it remains an antique electrical fitting. We strongly recommend that all electrical components are inspected, tested and, where appropriate, installed by a suitably qualified electrician before use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Wall Lantern to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240486
Dealers Internal Reference
lantern
Description
19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern
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A highly decorative 19th-century copper wall lantern, featuring an ornate crown with pointed finials.
The House of Antiques

Fully glazed, with a sliding door latch, it has recently been fitted with a brass bayonet light fitting for modern use.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
fig 1. 19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

Dimensions

Height: 29 inches 73.66 cm

Width: 14.5 inches 36. 83 cm

Depth: 12.5 inches 31. 75 cm

Detail

Age: 1890

Origin: Unknown

Material: Copper / Glass

Condition: Aged

Condition Report: Over 100 years old, this item remains structurally sound. Its naturally aged surface has developed a highly decorative verdigris patina, enhancing its character and appeal. The original hanging brackets remain intact, allowing for straightforward wall mounting.

fig 2. A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
fig 2. 19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

UK Buyers: Delivery is available through our trusted courier partners, including specialist services for valuable, oversized and fragile items.

International Buyers: Worldwide shipping is available. Please contact us prior to purchase for a bespoke shipping quotation. Given the age, size and delicate nature of this piece, we strongly recommend fully insured, tracked and professionally crated shipping.

fig 3. A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
fig 3. 19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

Dispatch Time:Typically, 3–7 working days, subject to destination and courier arrangements.

Our Guarantee

At The House of Antiques Ltd / The Purest Space Ltd, we are committed to transparency, quality and exceptional customer service.Every item is carefully inspected, accurately described and extensively photographed. As our pieces are antique and vintage, individual signs of age and use form part of their history and character. We encourage prospective buyers to review all photographs carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.

fig 4. A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
fig 4. 19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

Returns & Cancellations

Returns are accepted only where an item is found to differ materially from its description. Any such issue must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.

We are unable to accept returns or cancellations due to a change of mind. Unless otherwise agreed, all return shipping costs, including suitable insurance, remain the responsibility of the buyer.

fig 5. A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
fig 5. 19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

Photographic Rights

All photographs and images remain the intellectual property of The House of Antiques Ltd / The Purest Space Ltd. For licensing, reproduction or publication enquiries, please contact us in advance.

fig 6. A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
fig 6. 19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

Electrical Notice

Although the lamp has been professionally rewired, it remains an antique electrical fitting. We strongly recommend that all electrical components are inspected, tested and, where appropriate, installed by a suitably qualified electrician before use.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Wall Lantern to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240486
Dealers Internal Ref
lantern
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Archive I A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.

19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern

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Essex
IG3 9NZ
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A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
19th Century Wall Mounted Copper Lantern
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A nineteenth-century copper wall lantern with glazed panels, a tapered rectangular body, and a decorative finial on top.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Lights
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCopper, Glass, Brass
  • ColourCopper, Verdigris
  • MotifsFlame finial, Tapered glazed body, Corner ball finials, Verdigris patina
  • SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

This nineteenth-century Victorian wall-mounted copper lantern comes in a copper and verdigris palette with clear glass panels, a brass lamp holder, and a fitted bulb. The structure includes a tapered rectangular glazed body with corner ball finials, a sliding door latch with a visible hinge, an ornate crown with pointed finials, and an upright flame finial on top. The aged metal shows a distinct verdigris patina, surface weathering, and minor marks across its frame, along with original hanging brackets. The piece measures 73 cm high, 36 cm wide, and 31 cm deep. It is suitable for placement beside the front door or on exterior porch walls to provide atmospheric illumination for home entryways.

FAQs

Nineteenth-century copper wall lanterns were typically crafted to illuminate exterior entranceways and passageways, featuring glazed panels, tapered frames, and decorative finials. Their design combined practical weather protection with architectural ornamentation influenced by Victorian and Georgian styles.

Antique lanterns were constructed primarily from hand-cut copper sheets soldered together, incorporating glass panes held in place with metal tabs or putty. Over time, exposure to atmospheric elements causes the copper to develop a natural verdigris oxidisation layer.

Authentic period pieces often exhibit hand-riveted or soldered seams, irregular glass with minor bubbles or inclusions, and natural verdigris patina rather than artificially applied paint. Original oil or gas fittings may also show evidence of historical conversion to electricity.

A copper lantern can be installed in a hallway, entryway, or flanking a doorway to add historical texture to modern spaces. Pairing rich copper tones with neutral plaster walls or exposed brick creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary decor.

Preserve the natural verdigris patina by avoiding abrasive metal polishes or harsh chemical cleansers. Clean glass panels with a damp cloth and mild soap solution, while gently dusting the copper body with a soft, dry microfibre cloth.
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