Flared Square Lantern Porch Light, Coffee Aluminum Wall Sconce

Tuscan, Spanish and traditional homes are built around warmth: terracotta, stucco, stone and dark wood. The light at the door should carry that warmth into the evening, and an amber lantern does it better than any clear glass fixture.

This vintage lantern sets four flared amber water ripple panels in a coffee finish frame with crosshatch trim on the roof and base and carved leaves at each corner, hung from a curled scroll arm. It comes in three heights, 16.1, 24.4 and 30.7 inches, reaching 9.3 to 16.3 inches from the wall. It is die cast aluminum rated IP56, with a replaceable E27 LED bulb and CRI 80 light on a hardwired 110V to 240V supply.

What makes the square lantern stand out

The amber panels create the mood. Their rippled surface and warm tint turn the bulb into a flickering, candlelit glow that flatters stucco, brick and wood and makes the entry feel welcoming rather than exposed.

The flared square shape stands apart from round lanterns. The panels widen toward the top under a crosshatch roof, giving the lantern a bold, architectural outline that reads well from the street.

Fine details reward a closer look. Crosshatch trim wraps the roof and base, carved leaves sit at each corner and a curled scroll arm rises from a shell crested backplate.

The coffee finish is rich and forgiving. The deep brown looks warm by day and hides dust and weathering better than gloss black.

Three heights keep the proportions right. The 16.1 inch lantern suits a standard door, the 24.4 inch lantern a tall door or garage, and the 30.7 inch lantern a grand arched entry or a gate pier.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Arched front doors. The taller sizes balance a high arch beautifully.
• Beside a standard door. The 16.1 inch lantern lights the step with a warm glow.
• Gate piers. A lantern on each pier gives the property a grand welcome.
• Garage walls. Warm light on each side of the garage door marks the drive.
• Courtyards. An amber glow on stucco makes evenings outside feel intimate.

It suits Tuscan, Spanish, Mediterranean and traditional homes, and it brings warmth to a plain stucco facade.

Choosing the size and placement

The three heights are 16.1, 24.4 and 30.7 inches, with each size's width, projection and backplate listed in the Dimensions section above. A standard exterior door is about 80 inches tall, so compare the lantern with your door before choosing.

A few guidelines help:

• For a standard single door, the 16.1 inch lantern looks balanced.
• For a tall door, a garage or a double entry, choose the 24.4 inch lantern.
• Reserve the 30.7 inch lantern for a grand arched entry, a two story facade or a gate pier.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician, who can set the junction box at the right height before the fixture goes up.

Mount pairs at exactly the same height on either side of the door. All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

An amber lantern sets a warm tone at the door. Continue it along the walk with path lights in a warm white, so guests follow a soft glow from the street.

For a gate or the end of the drive, a traditional piece from the outdoor post lights collection carries the same character to the edge of the property.

Keep other outdoor lights warm. Cool white lights nearby would clash with the amber glow and make the entry feel disjointed.

Care is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, wipe the aluminum with a soft, dry cloth, and clean the amber panels with a lightly damp cloth only, since solvents can cloud them.

Is the square lantern right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a warm, candlelit amber glow at the door.
• Have a Tuscan, Spanish or traditional home.
• Need a size for a standard door, a tall entry or a gate pier.
• Can have a hardwired light installed.

It may not suit a crisp modern facade that calls for white light and clean lines, or a wall with no way to hardwire a fixture.

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.