Fluted Column Lantern Wall Light, Copper Outdoor Porch Sconce

A grand entrance needs a light with presence. Next to a tall front door, a pair of stone pillars or a wide gate, a small sconce looks lost, and the entrance loses the sense of occasion the architecture was built to create.

The Fluted Column Lantern Wall Light answers with height. A copper frame holds a tall ribbed acrylic diffuser between round finials, and it comes in two heights, 21.7 and 31.5 inches, each 7.9 inches wide and 8.7 inches from the wall. Choose a bronze or copper finish. The hardwired version takes a replaceable E27 LED bulb for 110V to 240V, the solar version runs on built in LED beads, and the light is rated 3W and 300 lumens with a CRI of 80. It is rated IP65 for outdoor use.

What makes the fluted lantern stand out

The height gives it presence. A tall, slim lantern beside a door draws the eye upward and makes the entrance feel grander, especially when mounted as a pair.

The ribbed diffuser softens the light. Fine vertical ribs break the glow into soft lines, so the lantern shines warm and even without a glaring point of light.

The finials add a classic finish. Round finials on the mounting arms at top and bottom give the lantern a crafted, architectural look that suits traditional and transitional homes.

The copper frame looks rich in daylight. The bronze finish is deep and understated, while the copper finish is brighter and warmer, and both look handsome against stone, brick and painted siding.

The power choice widens where it can go. Hardwire it at the front door, or choose the solar version for a gate post or a garden wall with no wiring.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Beside a tall front door. A pair of tall lanterns frames the entrance.
• Gate pillars. The taller size marks a drive or garden gate with style.
• Porch walls. Warm, even light for evenings on the porch.
• Garage doors. Lanterns either side of the garage give it a finished look.
• Stone and brick facades. The copper tones warm up cool stone and red brick.

It suits traditional, transitional and classic homes, and it also dresses up a modern farmhouse or a craftsman entrance.

Choosing the size and placement

The 21.7 inch lantern has mounting plates 21.3 inches apart top to bottom and weighs 5.5 lb. The 31.5 inch lantern has plates 31.1 inches apart and weighs 7.7 lb. Both are 7.9 inches wide, project 8.7 inches from the wall and have plates 4.5 inches wide.

A few guidelines help:

• For a standard door, the 21.7 inch lantern looks balanced.
• For tall doors, double entries and gate pillars, choose the 31.5 inch lantern.
• Mount pairs at the same height, with the middle of the lantern near eye level.
• Hardwired versions need a junction box, so plan the wiring with an electrician. For solar, choose a spot with direct sun.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

Tall lanterns are the welcome layer at a grand entrance. Carry the look out to the drive with pillar lights on the gate posts, and light the walk with path lights.

Keep the finishes related. Bronze and copper tones in house numbers, door hardware and other fixtures tie the lantern into the facade.

Match the glow. Using warm light across the exterior keeps the ribbed lantern looking soft and golden rather than stark.

Care is simple. Switch a hardwired lantern off and let it cool, then wipe the metal with a soft, dry cloth and clean the acrylic diffuser with a soft, lightly damp cloth and no solvents. On the solar version, wipe the panel so it charges well.

Is the fluted lantern right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a tall lantern with real presence beside a door or pillar.
• Like a soft, ribbed glow rather than a bare bulb.
• Want a bronze or copper finish.
• Need the choice of hardwired or solar power.

It may not suit a small porch where a tall lantern would crowd the door, or a spot that needs bright floodlight coverage.

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.