Interior and exterior based lanterns come in all shapes, sizes, materials and forms. However, in my view, little beats the rustic charm of a wooden lantern hanging on a hallway, living room or bathroom wall. The flickering flame of a candle provides natural accent lighting that few electrical equivalents can match. When the main room lights are turned down low and the flame of a candle is in full flow, the ambiance and appeal of a room can rise dramatically, especially during romantic, seasonal or religious events and evenings.

The weathered pine wood lantern as seen in the picture above is very much in a traditional style and will look lovely in a classical or rural and rustic décor arrangement. The lantern is constructed of pine wood, glass and wrought iron, the latter of which has been given an old-world charm. Inside the lantern is a hurricane-style candle holder which will prevent any unfortunate accidents and reduce the possibility of drafts blowing the candle out. This is a delightful wooden feature for a wide range of home décor styles and can be hung from a wall fitting or alternatively, from the ceiling.

You can buy it from here: Weathered Pine Wood Pillar Candle Lantern.

Scandinavian washed natural wood.

A metal tree appears to grow within the cage upon which little birds are perched, looking outwards towards the wider world. Its branches shoot out from the cage’s confines and on these are attached the candle holders. One could take a philosophical meaning from this design in that the burning candles represent the freedom from the captivity of the cage. The meaning can change depending on how you look at things.

The base and pinnacle of the bird cage are highly decorated and nicely compliment the curving beauty of the branches, leaves and birds. The sculptural candle holder is as a whole a wonderfully expressive piece that will catch the light of the candles placed in the holders. With the room’s lights turned down low, the resulting flicker of the flames will cast outstandingly delicate and delightful shadows upon any nearby walls, table surfaces and indeed, on the ceiling.

The bird cage candle holder has been given a heavily distressed look which lends an antiquated feel to the overall piece. It could easily be a item straight out of a classical novel from the 18th century or from an old black and white movie. If you have a traditionally decorated interior then this bird cage candle holder will make an excellent addition. A Bohemian style living room or study will also find this to be a most welcome feature.

You can buy it from here: Bird Cage Candle Holder by Billy Moon.

Antiqued tea light candles included.

Candles are a wonderful way to bring a dynamic lighting element into a room. The movement of the flame means the light flitters like warm moonlight over a gently rippling lake or sea. If you’re wanting to bring some rustic charm and olden-days ambiance to a setting, a host of candles are ideal. This floral wrought iron candle sconce is reminiscent of country décor and will add a rural atmosphere to even the most urban of environments. The daisy flowers will seem to dance and sway when the main room lights are turned down low and a candle is lit.

This metal flower wall sconce candle holder is thus a wonderful addition to a wall located in an interior where guests are often entertained or special moments are frequently enjoyed. A dining room setting is an option with the wall sconce candle complimenting table candles and lamps. Another possible setting is in a bedroom where passions can be aroused with the beauty and romance of a flickering candle flame and the dancing shadows of daisies. The possibilities are endless.

You can buy this decorative wall accessory here: Wrought Iron Flower Wall Sconce Candle Holder.

Price: $33.99

Contemporary versions of this age-old traditional design have become more popular in recent years but they are not for everyone. This Menorah harks back to the historical seven-branched menorah from the ancient Temple. Whilst the classic curve of this Jewish ceremonial art piece does add a modern touch, the arched shaped of the candle branches stays true to the original style.

In the center of this iron Hanukkah Menorah is the ‘shamash’, the ninth branch, which holds the candle used to light the other eight over the eight-day holiday of Hanukkah. This is distinguished from the others, as is traditional, by a pronounced elevation from the rest. The important Jewish holiday celebrates the liberation and rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem after the successful Jewish revolt against the Seleucid monarchy by 165 BCE. Judah Maccabee and his brothers instituted the festival of Hanukkah (Chanukah) in celebration of this event.

Bronstein’s hand-forged iron Hanukkah Menorah is a simple yet attractive 9-branched candelabrum. It can be used during Hanukkah celebrations and/or throughout the year as a decorative item. Whether Jewish or not, this candelabrum will bring historical and religious significance to your home interior and will become a focal point to any room in which it is placed.

You can buy this Menorah from here: Hand-Forged Iron Jewish Hanukkah Menorah.

Price: $189.99

The Magnolia flower species is ancient. Fossilised specimens have been found which when dated were found to be over 20 million years old. it was the French botanist Charles Plumier who gave the species its name, after another French botanist and teacher Pierre Magnol who briefly taught at the prestigious Académie Royale des Sciences de Paris. In China and Japan, the magnolia flower has been used for medicinal purposes for ailments such as asthma, allergies and even anxiety.

Americans will best know the magnolia flower as the official state flower of Mississippi as well as Louisiana. If you live in one of those two states, then this magnolia flower candle holder will be a particularly apt addition to your home. This piece has been cast in copper and layered in gold. The artist Michael Michaud casts the candlestick holders directly from magnolia flowers and leaves in the wild, which results in highly realistic and naturally beautiful decorative items.

You can buy this candle holder from the following location: Magnolia Flower Candle Holder.

Price: $98

The Curly Bird and Crow metal candle holders are made from thick 12-gauge steel and have then been painted in black and given a clear-coat finish. The two bird candle holders are American made, having been crafted in the state of Florida. When silhouetted against a window during the day or by the burning candles in the evening, the Curly Bird and Crow candlesticks will come to life.

They can be bought individually or as a pair.

The tall delicate candelabras in which the tealight candles sit are made from blown glass and each one sits inside a clear glass cylinder. This design not only provides an exquisite beauty but also a protective barrier which prevents the candles being accidentally blown out. When entertaining guests, the continual relighting of candles can be a pain. The cylinders which surround the tall glass tealight candlestick holders also offers the opportunity for the merging of water and flame.

Anyone who has sat by a river or lake at night watching the lights from a nearby city or the moon will know how beautiful and enchanting a light source can be when viewed upon the gentle ripples or vibrations of a water’s surface. The cylinders can be filled with water up to near the rim of the tall blown glass tealight candle holders thereby providing a lake which will compliment the flickering flame when the lights are dimmed and the time comes for intimate conversations or relaxing music.

The tall glass tealight candle holders have been intentionally shaped like a certain type of traditional candlestick. In more ways than one, the magic of the past is merged with the excitement of the future to produce a visually stunning set of twenty-first century blown glass candlesticks within their own protective hurricane-style cylinders.

You can buy these elegant candle holders from the following location: Tall Glass Tealight Candle Holders in the Shape of Candlesticks.

Price: $68 for a set of 3.

This small Merry Christmas Tree is a perfect size to be used as a table top festive ornament. It has three inner layers of metal candle holders inside the cone shaped mesh surrounding. Red and green decorations adorn the outside, with faux sprigs of holly attached to the outer rims seen circling the tree at various points. Naturally, the cone can be removed whilst the candles are replaced and lit.

What I particularly like about this table top Christmas tree candle holder sculpture is the beautiful decorative features that make up the curved bars curving in all directions across the mesh. This means, when all the candles are lit and lights are lowered, the reflections on the walls of the room, will be astonishing. As one might imagine, the flickering candlelight will create a dancing light effect into the whole interior of the room in which it is placed.

By day it will be a pretty ornament that will add a festive decorative feature to your Christmas interior themes and by night, it will become a magical light show in the darkness of mid-Winter. The Christmas tree candle holder sculpture will certainly add a sparkle to the mystery and excitement of Christmas Eve, especially for young children.

You can buy this decorative accessory from the following location: Table Top Christmas Tree Candle Holder Sculpture.

There’s also a larger version which is linked to from the above page.

If you admire art and sculpture like I do, then this angel lantern will probably catch your eye immediately. When I first saw it, I was reminded of the beautiful driftwood sculptures artists carve out of found wood on the beach. It’s made of iron metal however, but still has that rustic charm that comes with the distressed look of the material and simple yet stunning form. One can quite easily imagine it inside a church, especially in the cathedrals of Europe. In fact, I believe I have seen similar sculptures in the religious buildings of Barcelona.

The craftsmanship that made this tall angel lantern candle holder must have been incredible. One can see delightful spiralling patterns on the main body as well as on part of the lantern itself. Beautiful wings folded behind the angel’s back bring a geometric focus to the light source in the center. Inside the lantern, a candle can be placed, such as a tea-light candle, which can be found in all local stores.

This tall angel lantern candle holder is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Perhaps you’re looking for a decorative feature for the sitting room or hallway that will bring an air of wonder and magic to an interior space. With the right lighting, this angel sculpture will be stunning during the night time hours. A small candle alone will mean the light will reflect a shadow of the angel’s wings onto a wall, where they will shimmer and dance; perhaps to open up and fly!

You can see a bigger picture of this angel as well as purchasing details here: Tall Angel Lantern Candle Holder Made From Iron.

It’s priced at $199

For many centuries Europeans have travelled to and from this North African nation bringing some of the finest leather products and designs people had ever seen. Many of the leather goods, made from the skins of cows, camels and goats, were worn in the great courts of France, England and Spain. To this very day, Marrakesh and Fez are seen as cultural hotspots that provide magnificent artistic accents and wares.

These two tea light candle holders, one red, the other a deep yellow, have been designed in the shape of a cone. Each rests on a metal tripod and comes with a special cradle with which to lower the candle down, when lit. They are designed specifically for use with the popular tea light candle which are already widely popular in most nations.

If you have a rustic interior design scheme then these tea lamps will be perfect. However, they will match a wide variety of rooms, including hallways so as to provide a beautiful introduction to your home when guests visit. You can even place them in the bathroom where the visual delight of the shimmering colors will sooth your mind when relaxing in the bath. Perhaps place some incense sticks nearby or aromatic oils as well.

You can buy these beautiful Moroccan lamps from the following locations depending on the color you desire:

Moroccan Red Leather Tea Light Candle Holder

Moroccan Yellow Leather Tea Light Candle Holder

Price for one: $54