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French Small Pair of Gilded Antique Lanterns
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French Small Pair of Gilded Antique Lanterns

1900 - 1920
Sold 4 March 2025 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French pair of gilded brass twin light antique hall lanterns, the two light fittings with leaf bobeche drip pans, surrounded by a single circular convex glass panel, held within a decorative scrolling framework with reeded banding, reeded side sections 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: 14"/36cm W: 7.5"/19cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05360

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Gilded Antique Lanterns to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1127678
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05360
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 pair of gilded brass twin light antique hall lanterns, the two light fittings with leaf bobeche drip pans, surrounded by a single circular convex glass panel, held within a decorative scrolling framework with reeded banding, reeded side sections 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: 14"/36cm W: 7.5"/19cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05360

Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated these French Gilded Antique Lanterns to the 1920s.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1127678
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05360
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 pair of small French antique hanging lanterns featuring cylindrical glass panels, gilt brass frames, and decorative chain suspensions. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2010
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A pair of small French antique hanging lanterns featuring cylindrical glass panels, gilt brass frames, and decorative chain suspensions.
French Small Pair Of Gilded Antique Lanterns
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A pair of small French antique hanging lanterns featuring cylindrical glass panels, gilt brass frames, and decorative chain suspensions.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPendant Lights
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Classical
  • MaterialGilt Brass, Glass
  • ColourAntique Gold
  • MotifsCylindrical glass panes, Gilt brass frames, Decorative scroll brackets, Link chain suspension
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 19 cm (7 in) x D 19 cm (7 in)

FAQs

French antique lanterns frequently trace their origins to 19th-century street lighting and vestibule fixtures, evolving into refined interior pieces crafted from cast brass and gilt bronze for grand townhouses.

These fixtures are typically constructed using cast or stamped brass, often finished with gold leaf or gilding, and fitted with curved or flat glass panels secured by metal frames.

Authenticity is determined by hand-cut glass panes, traditional casting flaws, period-appropriate wiring methods if updated, and the natural patination and oxidisation of the brass or gilt surfaces.

Hanging these fixtures in pairs creates a balanced focal point in a hallway, above a kitchen island, or flanking architectural elements, blending historic texture with contemporary minimalist decor.

Preservation requires dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding all abrasive chemical cleaners or polishes to protect the delicate gilt finish and aged metal patination.
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