Ribbed Glass Gooseneck Lantern, Coffee Die Cast Aluminum Wall Light

Some houses ask for a lantern. Brick, stone and painted clapboard look their best with a traditional light by the door, one with a roof, glass panels and an arm that curls away from the wall. It is the look of a street of old homes at dusk.

The Ribbed Glass Gooseneck Lantern gives exactly that. A coffee finished die cast aluminum lantern with a peaked roof and tapered ribbed glass hangs from a curled gooseneck arm on a tall backplate. It stands 20.9 inches tall, the lantern is 8.1 inches wide, and it projects 10.6 inches from the wall, with a backplate 8.3 inches tall and 5.1 inches wide. A replaceable E27 base LED bulb lights an area of about 54 to 171 square feet. It is hardwired at 110V to 240V and rated IP56 for outdoor weather.

What makes the gooseneck lantern stand out

The ribbed glass is what makes the light so pleasant. Fine horizontal ribs spread the bulb's glow into soft bands, so the whole lantern glows evenly and nobody at the door looks into a bare bulb.

The silhouette is pure tradition. A peaked roof, a small finial, tapered sides and a curled arm give the lantern the shape people expect on a classic home, and it holds its own on a large wall.

The coffee finish is softer than plain black. In daylight it reads as a deep brown that sits naturally against brick, stone and warm painted colors.

The two mounting choices add flexibility. Hanging Down suspends the lantern below the arm for a formal look. Standing Up sets it on top of the arm, which raises the light and suits a lower mounting point.

The bulb is replaceable, so the lantern keeps working for years and the light can be refreshed when needed.

Where it looks best, around the house

• Beside the front door. A pair of lanterns frames a traditional entrance.
• Covered walkways. A row of lanterns lights a long porch or arcade.
• Balconies. A lantern by the door makes the space feel finished.
• Garage walls. Lanterns on each side dress up a plain garage front.
• Courtyards and patios. A warm, classic glow for evenings outside.

It suits colonial, Tudor, Mediterranean, craftsman and traditional homes, and anywhere brick or stone sets the tone.

Choosing the finish and placement

The lantern comes in one coffee finish and one size, 20.9 inches tall, so the choice is how it mounts. Hanging Down gives the classic hanging lantern look. Standing Up sets the lantern above the arm.

A few guidelines help:

• For a standard door, mount the lantern so its center sits a little above eye level.
• Set pairs at the same height on each side of the door, and use the same mounting style on both.
• Allow for the 10.6 inch projection near a door that swings outward.
• Plan the wiring with an electrician before the wall is finished.

All required mounting hardware and instructions are included.

Layering it with other lighting

A lantern at the door is the welcome layer. Add post lights at the drive or gate in a similar traditional style, and the whole approach feels designed.

Along the walk, low path lights guide guests without competing with the lantern.

Keep the finish consistent. A coffee lantern looks best with other dark bronze or brown fixtures around the house.

Care is simple. Switch it off and let it cool, wipe the coffee finish with a soft, dry cloth and dry it fully, and clean the glass with glass cleaner on the cloth rather than sprayed on. Avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners on the metal.

The lantern also earns its place in daylight. The coffee finish, peaked roof and curled arm give a plain wall a focal point, and the ribbed glass catches the sun so the lantern looks finished even when it is off. On a symmetrical front, a matched pair either side of the door gives the whole facade a sense of order, and the same lantern repeated at the garage ties the front of the house together.

Is the gooseneck lantern right for your space?

This light is a strong fit if you:

• Want a traditional lantern with a curled arm.
• Like a soft, even glow instead of a bare bulb.
• Have brick, stone or classic siding.
• Want the option to hang it down or stand it up.

It may not suit a minimal modern facade, or a wall with no way to hardwire an exterior 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.