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

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

This charming lantern consists of four matte cups decorated with ornate lambrequin motifs in ruby red and ochre yellow.

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

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