Vintage wrought iron and blown glass lantern

Vintage wrought iron and blown glass lantern with a lacquered iron textured structure in shades of hollowed green, decorated with palms, castings in gilded bronze. A round blown glass bowl with gold inclusions in the lower part is adorned with ribs and supported on three curved arms connected with a gilded spiral tube, ending with embossed leaf elements. 

Inside the glass are three E14 sockets with a maximum power of 120W. In good condition. 

Weighs 5 kg. 

Prestigious antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for interior decoration. There is currently a growing number of enthusiasts for high-quality vintage items that have a distinct character and soul. This is a nod to history, creating and designing classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its own distinctive features.

Many styles characterize antique furniture, but a few key ones stand out. Eclectic furniture dates back to the 19th century, during the reign of the Biedermeier style. Its early 20th-century variants include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles evolved into pseudo-classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the late 18th to early 19th century. Everything originated from Napoleon’s reign, which imposed significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture is associated with Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces meant to shine with splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique, selectively used materials were employed to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much influence the Baroque style has had on modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical era. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture design. Renaissance style was quite heavy and bulky, using brown stains, moldings, sturdy bases, and bas-reliefs.It can certainly be said that these were quite specific products, but they opened up many new possibilities, such as the construction of cupboards or broadly speaking, chest furniture. Here, too, there was an interest in mythology and ancient times, so supports and legs often took animal forms.

Lion paws, eagle heads—these are common features in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands reproduce such furniture, drawing inspiration from Italian and French creators. This reflects admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its own character. This is especially important when searching for an exclusive antique suitable for your interior.

The key to stylish antique furniture is originality. And this is ultimately crucial from the buyer’s perspective, as many fakes circulate on the market. Luxury Products provides a certificate confirming the product’s authenticity and compliance with the actual description and photos. We have appraisers, art experts, historians, and specialists from around the world at your disposal.