Clear Box Lantern Wall Light, Black Aluminum Farmhouse Sconce

Modern farmhouse style is built on simple, honest materials: board and batten, black window frames, warm wood and plain white walls. The outdoor lighting on a house like this should follow the same idea. It should be simple and well made, and it should let a warm bulb do the work.

The Clear Box Lantern Wall Light is a rectangular box of clear glass held in a slim, matte black die cast aluminum frame, with an LED bulb hanging inside on a black stem. It comes in three heights, 13, 16.9 and 20.9 inches, measuring 5.9, 5.9 and 7.1 inches across and off the wall, and weighing 4.4, 5.5 and 6.6 lb. The 13 inch lantern gives about 785 lumens at 8W, and the 16.9 and 20.9 inch lanterns about 1158 lumens at 12W, all in warm 3000K white. It is hardwired on 110V to 240V and rated IP65 for rain, snow and heat.

What makes the box lantern stand out

The clear glass lets the bulb shine. With no frosting or pattern, the bulb glows like a vintage filament lamp inside a glass case, and the light spreads openly across the door, the wall and the ground.

The frame is thin and precise. Slim black lines outline the box and echo black window frames, door hardware and board and batten siding, so the lantern looks part of the design in daylight.

Three heights make scaling easy. The 13 inch lantern suits a side door or a small porch, the 16.9 inch lantern fits most front doors, and the 20.9 inch lantern suits tall doors and wide garages.

It is bright enough to be practical. The two larger heights give about 1158 lumens of warm white light, enough to light a drive apron or a set of steps clearly.

Die cast aluminum stands up to weather. With an IP65 rating for rain, snow and heat, it suits open walls as well as covered porches.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Garage doors. A lantern either side of the door lights the drive.
• Front porches. A pair frames the door with warm, open light.
• Side doors. The smallest height keeps a secondary door lit and tidy.
• Barns, sheds and studios. The simple box shape suits outbuildings too.
• Patios. Warm light on the wall beside an outdoor table.

It suits modern farmhouse, craftsman, transitional and contemporary homes, and looks especially good against board and batten, white brick or dark siding.

Choosing the size and placement

The three heights are 13, 16.9 and 20.9 inches, and the measurements are listed in the Dimensions section above.

A few guidelines help:

• For a side door or a small porch, choose the 13 inch lantern.
• For a standard front door, the 16.9 inch lantern is about a quarter of the door height and looks balanced.
• For a tall front door or either side of a garage door, choose the 20.9 inch lantern.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician so pairs are placed symmetrically.

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

Layering it with other lighting

A box lantern is the everyday layer. It lights the doors people actually use, so repeat it at the front door, the garage and the back door for a consistent look. Outdoor lanterns in the same simple shape suit other walls around the house.

Add low path lights along the walk, and the route from the drive to the door is clear and inviting.

Stick to warm white. At 3000K, the lanterns flatter wood and brick, and warm path and garden lights keep the whole exterior consistent.

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.

Is the box lantern right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Have a modern farmhouse, craftsman or transitional home.
• Want a simple clear glass lantern with a slim black frame.
• Need matching lanterns for a front door, a garage and a side door.
• Can have hardwired fixtures installed by an electrician.

It may feel too plain for an ornate traditional facade, and the clear glass shows the bulb, so it suits homes that like that vintage look.

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.