Neoclassical Brass & Glass Cylindrical Hall Lantern with Swag Garland Frieze

Design & Inspiration

Few lighting forms command a room with the quiet authority of a grand hall lantern. This Neoclassical cylindrical pendant, faithfully crafted in the tradition of Louis XVI-era French court luminaires, arrives as a fully resolved architectural object — its scale, proportion, and ornamental programme so precisely calibrated that it transforms even the most modest entrance hall into something approaching the ceremonial. The cylindrical cage of curved clear glass, encircled by richly chased brass, evokes the great lanterns of Versailles and the Hôtel de Beauharnais, those luminous sentinels that once greeted dignitaries beneath gilded ceilings.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Every element of this lantern is executed in hand-finished brass, worked by artisans who have inherited the precision vocabulary of European metalwork. The outer frame is composed of fluted vertical brass staves, cross-hatched at intervals with reeded X-motif bands — a hallmark detail of Louis XVI linear classicism. Running along the upper register, a continuous egg-and-dart cornice separates the glazed body from the ornamental crown, while delicate swag-and-tassel festoons — draped in looping chains between each stave — introduce the soft rhythm of Neoclassical decorative grammar. The crown assembly rises through scrolled volutes and acanthus-capped brackets to a flat-dished finial adorned with gadrooning and a central ring suspension hook. Internally, a three-arm brass candelabra rises from a central column, each arm curving outward in the manner of an Empire épergne, terminating in candle-cup sockets sized for E14 bulbs.

Dimensions & Details

The lantern measures approximately 40 cm in diameter and is suspended via a single ceiling hook, with the overall drop customisable at order. The curved glass panels are clear and uncoloured, maximising the warm luminous spread from the three interior candle flames. With a rated maximum of 40W per socket, this fixture is equally suited to traditional incandescent candle bulbs or their LED equivalents, ensuring contemporary efficiency without sacrificing the characteristic warm flicker of candlelight. Weight: 4 kg. Available in Gold, Antique Gold, and Silver brass finishes.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Produced in the workshops of Brass & Wood in Egypt, this lantern represents the convergence of European design heritage and Egyptian metalworking mastery. Each fixture is assembled by hand, with individual brass components cast, chased, and polished before assembly. The result is a piece that carries the imperceptible warmth of the craftsman's touch — the slightly varied depth of a chase line, the hand-adjusted curvature of a scroll — qualities that distinguish a handcrafted luxury pendant light from its mass-produced counterparts. Brass & Wood offers full customisation of finish, chain length, and bulb configuration to suit your specific interior project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in this lantern?

The lantern is constructed from hand-finished brass for all structural and ornamental metalwork, and curved clear glass panels for the cylindrical body. No wood components are present in this fixture.

Is any assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the lantern ships with its crown, glass panels, and interior candelabra pre-assembled. Ceiling hook installation and electrical connection should be performed by a qualified electrician.

Can this lantern be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation of the brass finish (Gold, Antique Gold, or Silver), suspension chain length, and bulb count. Please contact our team prior to ordering to discuss bespoke requirements for your project.