French Antique Hand-Forged Wrought Iron Corner Lantern Bracket - 31½"

This finely hand-forged wrought iron corner bracket, made in France in the late 19th century, exemplifies the artistry and utility of traditional ironwork. The architectural form features a vertical standard topped with small spear-point finials, paired volutes that entwine into a heart-shaped cartouche, and a twisted projecting arm designed to suspend a lantern or small sign. The iron surface displays deep charcoal and russet tones with traces of old paint, revealing the character of age and use. Drilled for four screws for corner installation, it also retains its original inner support arm, intended to fit into a wall cavity for added stability. The piece remains structurally sound, with stable surface oxidation, light pitting, and minor finish losses that attest to its long outdoor life and authentic patina.

This corner bracket belongs to the proud tradition of French ironwork, the village blacksmith’s craft that married function with ornament. Its lively volutes and twisted bar give it a graceful silhouette that adds timeless elegance to the corner of a house or shop, transforming a practical fitting into a subtle architectural accent.

Today, this bracket brings sculptural presence and historic charm to an entryway or garden corner, suspending a storm lantern, small sign, or a planted basket. Indoors, it can be mounted in a mudroom, kitchen, or stair hall and fitted with a glass lantern adapted for modern wiring to cast a soft, ambient glow. Its timeworn surface and elegant form complement French country, rustic farmhouse, and industrial interiors, adding a note of authenticity and enduring character.