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Antique lantern in wrought iron with shaped glass, dating to the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1920), with overall height 27 cm, maximum width 21 cm, lamp housing diameter about 7 cm, glass height about 12.5 cm, total weight about 1.325 kg, in grey and in good used condition and in working order.
Description from the seller
Antique lantern in wrought iron and shaped glass – fleur-de-lis motifs – late 19th / early 20th century
Estimated period: Late 19th – early 20th century (circa 1890–1920)
Materials:
- Wrought iron
- Transparent shaped glass
Dimensions:
- Overall height: 27 cm
- Maximum width: about 21 cm
- Diameter of lamp housing: about 7 cm
- Glass height: about 12.5 cm
Weight:
- Iron frame without glass: 882 g
- Glass: 443 g
- Total weight: about 1.325 kg
Description:
Antique decorative lantern made in wrought iron, characterized by a circular frame adorned with repeated fleur-de-lis motifs.
The upper part features a broad cap with a wavy edge, while the lower section forms an ornamental cage designed to protect the glass.
The diffuser consists of a single piece of thick, shaped transparent glass, weighing about 443 g, with a surface featuring undulations and irregularities compatible with traditional production techniques.
Inside is the housing for the ancient lighting system, with subsequent wiring/electrification.
The construction, ironwork, decorative design and glass shape make plausible a production between the late 19th and early 20th century.
No marks, signatures or emblems have been identified.
The object shows oxidation, patina, signs of use and wear consistent with its age. The glass shows deposits and surface traces visible in the photographs.
An interesting antique decorative object both as a furnishing element and for collectors of antique lighting.
Original period conditions with evident signs of time and use.
Carefully observe the photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Provenance Italy, presumably.
Antique lantern in wrought iron and shaped glass – fleur-de-lis motifs – late 19th / early 20th century
Estimated period: Late 19th – early 20th century (circa 1890–1920)
Materials:
- Wrought iron
- Transparent shaped glass
Dimensions:
- Overall height: 27 cm
- Maximum width: about 21 cm
- Diameter of lamp housing: about 7 cm
- Glass height: about 12.5 cm
Weight:
- Iron frame without glass: 882 g
- Glass: 443 g
- Total weight: about 1.325 kg
Description:
Antique decorative lantern made in wrought iron, characterized by a circular frame adorned with repeated fleur-de-lis motifs.
The upper part features a broad cap with a wavy edge, while the lower section forms an ornamental cage designed to protect the glass.
The diffuser consists of a single piece of thick, shaped transparent glass, weighing about 443 g, with a surface featuring undulations and irregularities compatible with traditional production techniques.
Inside is the housing for the ancient lighting system, with subsequent wiring/electrification.
The construction, ironwork, decorative design and glass shape make plausible a production between the late 19th and early 20th century.
No marks, signatures or emblems have been identified.
The object shows oxidation, patina, signs of use and wear consistent with its age. The glass shows deposits and surface traces visible in the photographs.
An interesting antique decorative object both as a furnishing element and for collectors of antique lighting.
Original period conditions with evident signs of time and use.
Carefully observe the photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Provenance Italy, presumably.

