19th-Century Venetian Wrought Iron Lantern with Multicolored Stained Glass Disks

This late 20th-century Italian wrought iron lantern features multicolored stained glass round discs Each disk is unique, hand blown and hand-colored and probably originated from the Venetian island of Murano with its beginnings since the 13th century. The beacon would generally be placed in an indoor or outdoor hallway. The light source would have been by candle but today it is powered by electricity. This design is of a malleable wrought iron which was hammered, rolled or otherwise worked while hot enough to expel molten slag, to become delicate like twists of ribbons. The blacksmithing techniques give the material its peculiar fibrous and crafted structure.

The lantern can be connected flush to the ceiling or lowered on a chain provided. The lantern now has a single light bulb inserted and has been rewired to European and US standard.

Design Period - 1890 to 1919

Production Period - 1890 to 1919

Country of Manufacture - Italy

Style - Italian Modern

Detailed Condition - Very Good (This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. A professional electrician has rewired this piece to be in working order).

Restoration and Damage Details - Light wear consistent with age and use, Rewired and/or new electrical components.

Materials - Hand-Blown Glass, Wrought Iron

Color - Multicolored

Width - 11.8 inch

Depth - 11.8 inch

Height - 30.3 inch