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French Gilded Convex Antique Hall Lantern
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French Gilded Convex Antique Hall Lantern

1900 - 1920
Description

A French gilded brass four light antique hall lantern, the four light fittings with scrolling arms and bulbous leaf candle sconces, surrounded by a single circular convex glass panel, held within a decorative scrolling framework with pierced gallery banding, reeded tapering side sections and pierced floral centre with a scrolling leaf canopy and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 24"/61cm W: 11"/28cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05906

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilded Hall Lantern to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245548
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05906
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 gilded brass four light antique hall lantern, the four light fittings with scrolling arms and bulbous leaf candle sconces, surrounded by a single circular convex glass panel, held within a decorative scrolling framework with pierced gallery banding, reeded tapering side sections and pierced floral centre with a scrolling leaf canopy and having the original chain and ceiling rose. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 24"/61cm W: 11"/28cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05906

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Gilded Hall Lantern to the 1920s.

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
28cm (11.02")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245548
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05906
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

Trade Associations

O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy.
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Archive I An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy.

French Gilded Convex Antique Hall Lantern

Archive II An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy. View II
Archive III An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy. View III
Archive IV An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy. View IV
Archive V An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy. View V
Archive VI An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy. View VI
Archive VII An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy. View VII
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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 323
Items Sold 5,707
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An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy.
French Gilded Convex Antique Hall Lantern
Ref: SA1245548
An antique French cylindrical hall lantern featuring a gilded metal frame with floral swags, curved glass panels, four internal candle bulb sockets, and a scrollwork canopy.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectHall Lanterns
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Louis XVI
  • MaterialGilded Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Gold
  • MotifsFloral swags, scrollwork crown, curved glass panels, candle sleeves
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 28 cm (11 in)

FAQs

French hall lanterns gained prominence during the 18th century, particularly within the Louis XV and Louis XVI eras. Originally designed with enclosed glass panels to shield interior candle flames from draughts in corridors and entryways, they evolved into decorative architectural lighting fixtures featuring elaborate brass or gilt-bronze framework.

Authentic French lanterns were constructed using cast bronze or brass frames, which were often fire-gilded or lacquered. The sides featured hand-blown or curved sheet glass panels, while the central light cluster held candles or oil-burning mechanisms before electrical conversion.

Authentic period lanterns display hand-finished casting lines, threaded assembly points, and age-consistent oxidation on the metalwork. The glass panels may show minor structural variations or air bubbles typical of traditional glass-blowing methods rather than modern uniform production.

A hanging lantern is typically positioned centrally within an entrance hall, foyer, or stairwell landing to establish visual focus. It can be paired with neutral plasterwork, architectural mouldings, or classical furniture to complement modern and period interior schemes.

Gilded metal finishes should be dusted regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth or camel-hair brush to prevent dust accumulation. Liquid chemical cleaners and abrasive polishes should be avoided, as they can strip original gilding or lacquer coatings.
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