Acanthus Leaf Lantern Porch Light, Red Brown Cast Aluminum Sconce

Brick and stone houses have a richness that plain modern fixtures cannot match. The front door of a house like this calls for a lantern with some ornament and color, one that looks at home beside old brick, carved trim and a heavy wooden door.

The Acanthus Leaf Lantern Porch Light is cast in aluminum and decorated with curling acanthus leaves, beaded bands, a domed top with a finial and a pointed drop below. The finish is red brown with gold highlights on the detail, and water ripple glass surrounds a replaceable LED bulb. It comes in two heights: 14.6 inches, with a 6.3 inch lamp, 7.5 inches off the wall and a 4.1 by 5.4 inch backplate; and 18.9 inches, with a 7.9 inch lamp, 10.2 inches off the wall and a 5.1 by 7 inch backplate. They weigh 5.5 and 6.6 lb. It is hardwired on 110V to 240V and rated IP56 for outdoor weather.

What makes the acanthus lantern stand out

The casting is full of detail. Acanthus leaves curl down each corner, a row of beads runs around the top and bottom, and a finial and drop finish the shape. Up close it looks crafted rather than pressed.

The finish has warmth. The red brown base has gold picked out on the leaves and beads, so the lantern catches the sun in daylight and looks rich against red brick, buff stone and cream stucco.

Water ripple glass softens the light. The rippled panels break up the bulb, so the light shimmers gently across the wall and the door instead of glaring, which feels welcoming at night.

The bulb is replaceable. You choose the brightness and warmth that suit the house, and you can change it whenever you like.

Two heights suit most entrances. The 14.6 inch lantern fits a standard front door or porch, and the 18.9 inch lantern gives more presence on a tall door, a garage or a wide facade.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Brick front entrances. The red brown and gold finish sits beautifully on red brick.
• Stone porches. A pair of lanterns frames a heavy wooden door.
• Garage doors. The larger height lights the drive with old world character.
• Arched doorways. The domed top echoes the curve of the arch.
• Courtyards and side gates. A single lantern marks a secondary way in.

It suits traditional, Victorian, Tudor, Mediterranean and colonial homes, and any house built in brick or stone.

Choosing the size and placement

The two heights are 14.6 and 18.9 inches, and the measurements are listed in the Dimensions section above.

A few guidelines help:

• For a standard front door, choose the 14.6 inch lantern.
• For a tall door, a garage or a large facade, choose the 18.9 inch lantern.
• Mount pairs at the same height, roughly level with the upper third of the door.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician before the brickwork or trim is finished.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included, and each lantern is sold singly.

Layering it with other lighting

A decorative lantern is the statement layer at the door. Around it, choose quieter pieces in a similar spirit. Traditional outdoor post lights at the gate or the drive carry the look from the street.

Low path lights along the walk guide guests to the steps without adding clutter.

Choose a warm bulb. A warm white bulb flatters the red brown and gold finish and makes the rippled glass glow like candlelight.

Care is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, then wipe the frame with a soft, dry cloth. For the glass, spray glass cleaner onto the cloth, never onto the fixture, and dry the aluminum fully afterward so the finish stays even.

Is the acanthus lantern right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Have a brick, stone or traditional home.
• Want a lantern with cast ornament and a warm, rich finish.
• Like soft, shimmering light through rippled glass.
• Can have a hardwired light installed by an electrician.

It may feel too ornate for a minimalist modern home, and the red brown finish is a strong color that suits warm materials better than cool gray ones.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about sizes are answered at info@norafurnish.com.