Vintage Ornate Brass and Glass Hanging Lantern

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This ornate hanging lantern combines gilt brass with frosted glass in a richly detailed Victorian design. Scrolling metalwork and acanthus-leaf … Read more This ornate hanging lantern combines gilt brass with frosted glass in a richly detailed Victorian design. Scrolling metalwork and acanthus-leaf ornament surround the shade, while a decorative crown finial gives the upper silhouette a distinctive finish. The source identifies the period as late 19th century and describes a finely detailed ceiling canopy and ornate side brackets. The brass has acquired a warm patina with minor tarnishing, allowing the raised ornament and recessed details to show tonal variation. No specific maker or place of manufacture is supplied.

The frosted glass shade carries an etched floral design that complements the surrounding metalwork. Its pale surface offers a quieter counterpoint to the elaborate brass frame, balancing the lantern's decorative density. The tall proportions make the piece a potential focal point for an entry, stair landing, or interior with suitable overhead clearance and installation provisions. It can introduce a historical accent to a traditional setting or provide an ornamental contrast within a simpler room. The combination of scrolling lines, foliage, and floral glass detail is best appreciated where the lantern can be seen from several angles and its vertical form has space around it.

Offered individually, the lantern measures 15.75 inches wide, 14.25 inches deep, and 34.75 inches high. The source reports very good condition, with age-appropriate warm patina and minor tarnishing to the metal finish. The frosted glass is intact, with no visible chips or cracks. The piece is described as structurally sound, with well-maintained hardware. Electrical testing information is not supplied. See less