A quaint antique Italian gilded bronze lantern

19th-century Italian gilded bronze lantern in rocaille style with windowpanes decorated with lambrequins

Exquisite antique Italian lantern, cast from bronze, a hall lantern with remarkable original mercury gilding, originating from the third quarter of the 19th century.

Italian origin, designed for gas lighting, produced around 1870, featuring carved, swirling Rocaille floral motifs and topped with a floral rose finial.

This charming lantern consists of four matte cups adorned with decorative lambrequin motifs in ruby red and yellow ochre tones.

Modified, operational according to Italian standards with one Edison 27 bulb, it is in good condition related to its age, showing signs of wear and use.

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