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French Gilded Brass Twin Light Antique Lantern
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French Gilded Brass Twin Light Antique Lantern

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 July 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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Description

A French gilded brass twin light antique hall lantern, the two light fittings with circular bobeche drip pans, surrounded by sectional circular convex glass panels, held within a decorative scrolling framework with reeded banding, reeded side sections and leaf central finial with scrolling 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: 19"/48cm W: 8"/20cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05011

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1044122
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05011
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 twin light antique hall lantern, the two light fittings with circular bobeche drip pans, surrounded by sectional circular convex glass panels, held within a decorative scrolling framework with reeded banding, reeded side sections and leaf central finial with scrolling 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: 19"/48cm W: 8"/20cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05011

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1044122
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05011
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

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A French gilded brass hanging lantern featuring curved glass panels and a twin-light interior. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Gilded Brass Twin Light Antique Lantern

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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 314
Items Sold 5,702
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A French gilded brass hanging lantern featuring curved glass panels and a twin-light interior.
French Gilded Brass Twin Light Antique Lantern
Ref: SA1044122
A French gilded brass hanging lantern featuring curved glass panels and a twin-light interior.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCeiling Light
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Traditional
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsCurved glass panels, Sscroll-arm suspension, Fluted brass frame
  • SizeH 48 cm (19 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

French hall lanterns originated as functional lighting fixtures for entrance halls and vestibules in European townhouses and chateaux, evolving into decorative statement pieces during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Authentic period lanterns are typically constructed from cast or spun brass, gilt bronze, or copper, fitted with hand-blown curved or flat glass panels.

Identification involves examining the construction methods, such as hand-cut screws, patination of the metal, old glass imperfections, and traditional casting techniques rather than modern machine stamping.

Hanging a metallic pendant in an entryway or above a stairwell adds a focal point that contrasts clean modern lines with traditional craftsmanship.

Preserve the metal by dusting gently with a soft microfibre cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that can strip the natural oxidisation and historic patina.
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