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French Pair of Gilded Convex Antique Lanterns
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French Pair of Gilded Convex Antique Lanterns

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 February 2026 · O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French pair of gilded brass triple light antique hall lanterns, the three light fittings with circular bobeche drip pans, surrounded by three sectional convex glass panels and held within a decorative scrolling framework with reeded banding and scrolling canopy. 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: 10.5"/27cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05585

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1187660
Dealers Internal Reference
OKA05585
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 triple light antique hall lanterns, the three light fittings with circular bobeche drip pans, surrounded by three sectional convex glass panels and held within a decorative scrolling framework with reeded banding and scrolling canopy. 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: 10.5"/27cm Excluding Chain & Rose

Circa: Early 20th Century

Product Ref: OKA05585

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187660
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA05585
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 cylindrical brass hanging lanterns featuring curved glass panels and multiple internal candle-style bulbs, suspended by link chains. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Pair of Gilded Convex Antique Lanterns

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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 314
Items Sold 5,702
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A pair of cylindrical brass hanging lanterns featuring curved glass panels and multiple internal candle-style bulbs, suspended by link chains.
French Pair Of Gilded Convex Antique Lanterns
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A pair of cylindrical brass hanging lanterns featuring curved glass panels and multiple internal candle-style bulbs, suspended by link chains.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectHanging Lanterns
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Classical
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGilded Brass
  • MotifsConvex glass panels, Link suspension chains, Brass framework, Scroll top brackets
  • SizeH 48 cm (19 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 27 cm (11 in)

FAQs

French hanging lanterns gained prominence in grand townhouses and chateaux during the 18th and 19th centuries, evolving from functional street and vestibule lighting into decorative interior statements.

Authentic period lanterns are typically constructed from cast or pressed brass, bronze, or gilt metal frames fitted with mouth-blown curved or flat glass panels.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the construction methods, such as hand-cut joined metal frames, traditional wiring ports, natural metal oxidisation, and imperfections in the glass panels consistent with historical manufacturing techniques.

Hanging a pair of these lanterns in a high-ceilinged hallway or above a central island introduces architectural structure, warm metallic tones, and a balanced focal point that bridges classical and modern aesthetics.

Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid using harsh chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners, which can strip the delicate gilt finish or damage the antique metal surface.
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