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French 19th Century Gilded Bronze Convex Antique Hall Lantern
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French 19th Century Gilded Bronze Convex Antique Hall Lantern

19th century
Sold 4 April 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A quality French gilded bronze twin light antique hall lantern, the two scrolling light fittings with leaf bobeche drip pans and reeded candle sconces, surrounded by four sectional convex glass panels and held within an ornate scrolling framework with side reeded panels, decorative leaf embellishments and open scrolling canopy, having the original chain and ceiling rose, excellent original patination and super quality. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 26"/66cm W: 12"/31cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA04425

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Antique Hall Lantern to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA907722
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA04425
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 quality French gilded bronze twin light antique hall lantern, the two scrolling light fittings with leaf bobeche drip pans and reeded candle sconces, surrounded by four sectional convex glass panels and held within an ornate scrolling framework with side reeded panels, decorative leaf embellishments and open scrolling canopy, having the original chain and ceiling rose, excellent original patination and super quality. Fully rewired and PAT tested. All our lanterns come with bulbs and ceiling fixings.

Dimensions: H: 26"/66cm W: 12"/31cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Late 19th Century

Product Ref: OKA04425

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Antique Hall Lantern to the 19th Century.

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA907722
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA04425
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A French nineteenth-century gilded bronze hall lantern featuring convex glass panels and an ornate suspension loop against a dark background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French 19th Century Gilded Bronze Convex Antique Hall Lantern

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O'Keeffe Antiques

O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/okeeffe
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 313
Items Sold 5,705
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A French nineteenth-century gilded bronze hall lantern featuring convex glass panels and an ornate suspension loop against a dark background.
French 19th Century Gilded Bronze Convex Antique Hall Lantern
Ref: SA907722
A French nineteenth-century gilded bronze hall lantern featuring convex glass panels and an ornate suspension loop against a dark background.
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  • ObjectHanging Lanterns
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench 19th Century
  • MaterialBronze, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsConvex glass panels, Gilded bronze frame, Ornate scrollwork, Suspension loop
  • SizeH 66 cm (26 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century French hall lanterns typically feature classical proportions, elaborate cast metal frames, and curved or convex glass panels designed to diffuse light evenly within entrance halls and vestibules.

These pieces are traditionally constructed using fire-gilded bronze or brass frames, joined with mechanical fasteners, and fitted with hand-blown curved glass panels enclosing internal candleholders or conversion wiring.

Authentic period pieces display hand-chiselled detailing on the metalwork, slight imperfections and bubbles within the blown glass panels, traditional patination, and heavy, solid bronze casting rather than modern pressed sheet metal.

An antique lantern serves as a striking focal point in high-ceilinged entrance halls or stairwells, contrasting effectively against minimalist architectural backdrops to add historical depth and texture.

Preservation requires gentle dusting with a soft, dry brush. Harsh chemical cleaners, abrasives, and metal polishes must be avoided to prevent stripping the historic or original fire-gilt finish.
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