Outdoor Lantern Sconces
Smooth and shining, the EXT Hood Lantern Outdoor Wall Sconce from Quorum International brings a refined, crisp approach to modern lighting. A disc-shaped wall mount extends a gracefully curving stem that angles downward, presenting a gradually widening hood. A single bulb rests under the shade, gently enclosed. The light from within is slightly focused, shining a full, bright glow that introduces a welcoming ambiance to the space. With a rating for wet locations, this piece can be placed in any room of your home.
Refined tastes speak to the clean-cut design of the Lantern Outdoor Wall Sconce from Quorum International. A domed hood and cylindrical framework pair neatly to present a clean and pleasing silhouette highlighted by handsome vertical slits. Following the cylindrical outline is a clear glass shade that adds a reflective touch to the piece while dutifully protecting the bulb inside. Mount the traditional-inspired piece next to your outdoor entryways for an inviting and elegant glow.
Stylishly brighten the porch or patio with a Guild LED Pocket Outdoor Wall Sconce by The Great Outdoors: Minka-Lavery. The rectangular lantern shade features a cutout geometric pattern to blend with contemporary or transitional aesthetics and architecture. Perfect for enhancing nighttime visibility or ambiance during parties, this exterior light fixture is dimmable and energy efficient thanks to the technology of LEDs.
Old-fashioned style with modern manufacturing. The Linear Lantern Wall Sconce from Visual Comfort lets you light up your foyer, patio, or entryway with quality illumination. It has a robustly traditional look that’s made out of Metal and covered in a living finish that will patina eventually to create a one-of-a-kind appearance. Clear Glass panels are held within the frame, diffusing light to create a steady, ambient glow. Two candelabras are inside of the frame, increasing its traditional look.
Featuring a boxier shape than the other sconces in this collection, the Hinkley Lighting Revere 3 Light Outdoor Wall Sconce still retains the same stalwart Colonial design. Sturdy brass supports and a rich Sienna finish give this faux lantern an antique appeal perfect for that finishing touch on an early American home.
Enhance exterior spaces with an Elsinore 3/4 Outdoor Wall Sconce by Visual Comfort. This open-air light source is ideal for delivering a soft, pleasing glow beside a front door, on columns along a patio, a shed or even a garage. Texture detail brings dimension to the lantern design, while candelabra sockets add a touch of vintage flair. Shapely and stately, this outdoor wall sconce shines beautifully wherever it is placed.
Design an exterior with old-world charm by including the Emsworth Outdoor Scroll Arm Wall Sconce by Visual Comfort. Styled similar to a vintage lantern with candelabra sockets nestled inside, this lighting fixture provides the perfect glow for family gatherings on the patio or welcoming guests at the front door. The sconce is crafted from metal and glass for durability to ensure years of enjoyment in any outdoor space.
Light up the night with the Drape Outdoor Wall Sconce by Norwell Lighting. A tasteful merging of modern design with traditional inspiration, a rectangular steel frame reminiscent of a lantern handle is held from a stepped square wall mount, surrounding the lamping element. Suspended from a cylindrical socket, a diffuser shade of mouth-blown water glass covers the lamping, easing direct glare into a pleasant glow. Finally, the sconce is wet-rated and durable enough for years of outside use.
Mission-style charm and warm, relaxed appeal. The Kichler Alameda Outdoor Wall Sconce No. 9148 features honey opalescent glass panels and a Canyon View-finished solid brass frame. At 7 wide and 15 high, this beautiful hanging lantern is an inviting look for a porch, patio, deck or walkway.

The Hubbardton Forge Tourou Outdoor Downlight Small Wall Sconce takes its inspiration from traditional Japanese stone lanterns that are used to line and illuminate beautiful gardens. This outdoor fixture aims to illuminate your outdoor living space with architectural lines and robust hardware. The hand-blown rectangular glass shade diffuses the illumination and offers an interesting contrast against the metalwork. The coastal finishes are meant to endure harsh saltwater environments and have been tested to 100% humidity and water with salinity 50% greater than the average found in the Atlantic or Pacific.
A modern minimal fixture with a geometric motif, the Whitley Heights Outdoor Wall Sconce by Troy Lighting introduces angular decor elements to exterior spaces. Whitley Heights is framed in Hand-worked Iron using a classic open lantern motif, refigured into a geodesic form. It features vibrant lamping set behind an Opal White Glass diffuser cylinder that produces a soft ambient glow which is designed to offer a welcome social light in various outdoor spaces.

The Hinkley Lighting Revere 2 Light Outdoor Wall Sconce proudly celebrates the time period of the famous 'Midnight Ride' in its Colonial appearance. A rustic Sienna finish complements clear seedy glass in a faux lantern style perfect for early American homes. Flank the front door or line a wrap-around porch with this hardy sconce.
Enhance your home with the ruggedly handsome Rhodes Outdoor Wall Sconce by Hinkley Lighting. A boxy lantern with a cylindrical shade, it brings transitional style to exteriors or interiors. The clear seedy glass is perfect for showcasing a vintage-inspired filament lightbulb (not included). With its warm bronze finish and robust design, this is a distinctive wall-mounted light fixture to brighten spaces.
A new take on a classic look, redone in a big way for the contemporary home. The Alabaster Rocks! Patina Outdoor Wall Sconce by Justice Design is crafted from high quality materials with a spare profile designed to accent modern exteriors with ease. This fixture is centered around a rounded diffuser shade that stands out from its framing, in part thanks to the unique look of its shaved Alabaster and Resin cast texture. To house this unique look, this fixture is framed with an open lantern design, complete with a pitched roof and square backplate for a true classic feel.
The Vincentown Outdoor Wall Sconce by ELK Lighting is a sharp, elegant sconce that resembles an outdoor lantern. Taking a nod from transitional style, the fixture features an urban, industrial feel with its sharp, dark edges and contrasting corner accents. The bulb within diffuses softly through the thin paneled glass that’s seeded with a light, rainy texture. With a wet rating, the Vincentown weathers the harshest of storms, all remaining an elegant, eye-catching piece on your wall.
The Breckenridge Outdoor Wall Sconce from ELK Lighting has the spirit of the timeless outdoor lantern. It combines bold metal and glass in a fresh contemporary iteration, highlighted by sophisticated geometry. It's a piece that layers on the sharp angles, beginning with a clean square metal backplate. Protruding out, an angular handle at the top creates a symmetrical framework for its clean rectangular construction. When lit with an incandescent bulb, a welcoming ambient glow penetrates through clear seeded glass panels, leaving behind a trail of intricate highlights.

The Kichler Franceasi LED Outdoor Wall Sconce is part of the Kichler Design Pro LED collection, featuring high energy efficiency, consistent output and precise illumination. This outdoor lantern, available in several sizes, has a cast aluminum construction with an Olde Bronze finish. It's ENERGY STAR qualified, Dark Sky compliant and is designed to last up to 40,000 hours.
The Loft Outdoor Wall Sconce by Hubbardton Forge is an exterior lighting piece that harkens back to the antiquated piece of lantern lighting while sporting subtle touches that allow it a seamless transition into contemporary areas. The sconce’s outer frame sports that familiar framework but is now made from a slimmed down steel material. The glass panels that once spanned the whole piece now act as diffusers that immediately encases the incandescent lamping within. Best suited for areas like deck spaces, outdoor patios or any other exterior part of the home.
The height of modern exterior design. The Fusion Patina Outdoor Wall Sconce by Justice Design is crafted with a striking similarity to vintage inspired lanterns, but done up with an open and minimal contemporary flair. This lantern design is framed using Metal in one of a handful of select finishes, and comes complete with a squared backplate and squared off roof — reminiscent of vintage oil lamps of yesteryear. At the heart of this fixture is an opal Glass diffuser shade that houses a single light bulb perfect for emitting a low glow when set in pairs next to a door or along porches and patios.
The Port Washington Outdoor Wall Sconce from Hubbardton Forge is the modern evolution of the iconic onion lantern seen along the harbor or Port Washington, New York. A thick clear seeded glass panel flattens the wide globe shape of the original design into a clean piece. Its sharp metal vertical bar houses its light and frames the glass panel towards the top center of the piece. Gold incandescent bulbs spill out an elegant downlight that makes the seeded glass sparkle. It is a sophisticated glow when welcoming guests to your front door.
The Meditterano Outdoor Wall Sconce by ELK Lighting is a crisp and bold addition to brighten spaces outside of the home. Anchored by a rectangular plate, this lantern-like wall sconce is supported by a crisply angled arm, and it's outlined with a tapered metal frame that holds panes of clear seedy glass. With a visible, single bulb set within, this wall sconce lends spaces a welcoming layer of illumination that playfully casts through the captured bubbles in the glass for a subtly textured effect, dressing up the uniform finish of this piece.
The Savoy House Chiminea Outdoor Wall Sconce inspires New Orleans charm with its gas lantern look. The English Bronze finish and Pale Cream Seeded glass add to this sconce's rustic appeal. An inviting outside light perfect for the entire house.
Casual, sophisticated and user-friendly. The incredible possibilities of outdoor lighting are on full display in the North Haven Outdoor Wall Sconce by Alder & Ore. This wall mount fixture, featuring a historic looking Clear Glass dome cover, will imbue your deck, patio or other exterior space with a welcome vintage poise. A Hand-worked Iron frame further lends the fixture an enhanced degree of refinement along with a distinct Old World charm. The small scale of this exquisite glass dome lantern design makes it a great option for indoor use, as well. Feel free to hang it in your office, entry or hallway.
The Loft Large Outdoor Sconce by Hubbardton Forge delivers copious amounts of warm, ambient lighting to the exteriors of any commercial or residential space while showcasing its simplified, classic light lantern design. The framework of the piece is crafted from steel, allowing the piece to take on the harshest of outside elements without deteriorating. Within the frame is a glass cylinder which itself houses the incandescent bulb (not included), allowing the piece to bring about a soft and diffused style of lighting.
Turn of the century meets contemporary standards with the York Outdoor Wall Sconce by Hinkley Lighting. The fixture takes on the classic silhouette of an oil lantern, but now sports a durable aluminum build and pronounced rivets, a key component that not only prolongs longevity but is a subtle touch of the modern design standard. Internal lamping is aided by panels of clear seedy glass, allowing it to produce a soft, ambient aura of light. Can be used in areas like patios, decks, and other outdoor applications.
The Lindbergh 2 Light Outdoor Wall Sconce by Feiss is a modern prairie style lantern. With a dynamic two-tone finish, this fixture is supported by a gently curved hook and squared handle. A tapered and rectangular frame in an Antique Brass holds Clear Glass panels, allowing the candelabras within to disperse a warm and welcoming light. A single support rod and squared candle stems contrast the outside of this fixture with a Painted Burnished Brass finish, completing this bold addition to your home.
Classic lantern light in an early American design, the Troy Lighting La Grange Outdoor Wall Sconce offers the charm of traditional lighting matched with distinctive accents--a feather-like embellishment dresses the hook on which this lantern sconce sturdily hangs, and great detail at the sconce's base gives it an historical appearance.
One of the most elegantly stylish pieces of outdoor wall lighting on the market. The Market Square Outdoor Wall Sconce by Feiss effortlessly merges classic and contemporary aesthetics, bringing its multifaceted beauty to your chosen outdoor area. Its elegantly constructed, Oil Rubbed Bronze finished Metal frame resembles an old fashioned lantern, with a Clear Seeded Glass shade contributing to this aesthetic. A pair of candelabra bulbs lie within the shade, glowing with power and elegance.
Create a warm and welcoming ambiance with the Club Door Outdoor Wall Sconce by Visual Comfort. Its vintage lantern design opens at the front to provide easy access to the 2 candelabra sockets inside, while texture detail at the top gives the piece dimension for more aesthetic appeal. Mount this metal and glass wall sconce beside or above your front door and fashion an outdoor décor that's bright and beautiful.
Add traditional flair to your outdoor living spaces with the Beacon Square Outdoor Wall Sconce by Kichler. Inspired by classic craftsman architecture, this lantern’s aesthetic is familiar yet versatile enough to fit right in with any exterior décor. The clear hammered glass evokes the surface of the ocean, while its matte frame creates an elegant contrast. This fixture is crafted from materials designed to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, including saltwater and UV rays, for a lasting piece that is as durable as it is handsome
The Dana Point Outdoor Wall Sconce by Troy Lighting elevates a traditional look with modern accents for a stylish exterior accent. Using a dual band offset to cut across its closely mounted handmade Cast Metal frame, this fixture is a simple open box lantern staple designed for accompanying doorways. Add a traditional candelabra form, and you have a light that defines outdoor spaces with ease.
An outdoor look that helps to give a modern definition to any exterior. The Bermuda LED Tall Outdoor Sconce by Access Lighting uses its bold profile and height to add emphasis to key lines on your home. It’s made from Metal with an open frame that is constructed from sweeping hoops, which come together to create a modern lantern that holds a Frosted Glass diffuser. The diffuser is made using Frosted Glass to introduce extra texture and visual pop to its overall look. Mounted against the wall for a clean and intentional look, this fixture is made using marine-grade materials perfect for exteriors in all climates.
If you're looking for a stylish contemporary lighting solution that’s uncommon in approach, look no further. Meet the LumenAria Laguna LED Outdoor Wall Sconce from the folks at Justice Design. This fixture is centered around a stylish Metal frame that is minimal in approach, using a Metal backplate and a squared spare lantern accent to suspend its lighting element with a tender grace. This lighting element features a handsome handcrafted Faux Alabaster shade with Resin elements that helps to soften and distribute the perfect light for any exterior area. It’s a wonderful way to lend a stylish new feel to outdoor sitting areas, front porches, exterior hallways and more.
Invite guests in with the warm, welcoming glow of the Clermount Outdoor Wall Sconce from Quorum International. An elegant silhouette extends from the mounted wall with traditional, lantern inspiration. Metal ribbons form a precise rectangular form topped with an eye-catching ring finial on the hood. The piece provides an ambient light ideal next to outdoor entryways. It also brings a rich visual texture as light trickles across a clear seeded glass enclosure.
Classic and nautical. The Seaside Outdoor Wall Sconce by Kichler has the iconic lantern shape that will complement a range of exterior decor styles. From the cage design underneath the bulb to the gooseneck arm and A-line roof, this outdoor scone will bring an aura of the coast and a cool sea breeze to any location.
The Solitude Outdoor Wall Sconce by ELK Lighting is a bold and layered piece. With a classic showcase build, this mission inspired wall sconce has a lantern-like silhouette and an open structure of a cube within a cube under a classic hat. The inner structure is completed with clear glass panels for an exposed bulb composition that lends itself well to vintage filament bulbs, which must be purchased separately. Supported by a rectangular wall plate and simple arm, the cast aluminum body of this wall sconce houses a welcoming layer of light for your home.
The Mission Beach Outdoor Wall Sconce by Troy Lighting uses a minimalist approach to a hanging lantern motif that's framed in thick Cast Metal. It's broad design is accentuated with a cylindrical down bell shade in a modern style for both ambiance and a directed light effect. This wall light features a single loop hanging accent with a thick squared arm for a unique approach to modern exterior design.
A charming fixture with lantern-like appeal, the Troy Lighting Henry Street Outdoor Wall Sconce features American Traditional elements - Clear Seeded glass framed by hand-forged iron in a deep Colonial Iron finish. Steady, candle-like lighting in a most romantic design.
The Solitude Tall Outdoor Wall Sconce by ELK Lighting brings a mission inspired piece with a classic showcase build to your home. Anchored by a rectangular wall plate and a simple, clean arm, a lantern-like silhouette has an open style frame, with two rectangular forms set inside one another. The inner structure has clear glass panels, allowing an exposed light source to create an even layer of light in a space that can display a vintage filament bulb, which must be purchased separately.

A contemporary design, the Quoizel Zephyr Outdoor Wall Sconce features a richly mottled backplate with a slate accent. Slate is a fine-grained natural stone that was formed on ancient sea beds over millions of years. This stately, durable stone will leave a lasting impression. Wall lantern available in two sizes.
A minimalist 2-light wall lantern, the Feiss Cotswold Lane Outdoor Flush Wall Sconce features beveled glass in an early American design. Its simple features make it a great option when illuminating a variety of architecture styles. Part of a collection inspired by the simple style of England's countryside Cotswolds.
Iconic and classic. The Atwood Outdoor Wall Sconce by Kichler is characterized by the time-honored lantern form and glass shade. Ideal for traditional and transitional homes, the thick metal hardware and opaque glass shade complement each other and offer contrast in materials and tone.
Luxuriate under light from the updated traditional lantern design of the New York Outdoor Wall Sconce by Norwell Lighting. A sturdy combination of brass and glass inspired by old-world European style, a single curving arm is held securely by a stepped square wall plate. The cylindrical frame and the downward-facing socket beneath it hang from a rectangular finial. The lamping is wet-rated and held under a long cylindrical shade of clear glass, mellowing direct glare while keeping its illumination bright and encompassing.
The Glacier 2 Light Outdoor Wall Sconce from Crystorama is an abstracted form of a glacier turned into a sleek contemporary lighting piece. A traditional lantern accent and back mount give the construction a familiar touch that'll make it easy to find a wall for. Bulbs inside the faceted structure are gently diffused through the clean panels of the glass shades. Whichever room you place it in will gleam with warm, ambient light.
A coastal caged design making sure its light stays on no matter what mother nature throws at it. The traditional lantern is given a fresh modern touch up in the Portside Outdoor Wall Sconce from ELK Lighting. The maritime roots of the Portside are seen in a cage framework blended with a clean flaring hood. A glass enclosure also adds to the evocative design, following the contours of the surrounding metal strands. Vintage-style bulbs bring the piece together as their golden filaments create a pocket of warm light.
Undeniably contemporary while still sporting a slight flair of the nautical is the Sag Harbor Outdoor Wall Sconce by Hinkley Lighting. The fixture resembles gas lanterns commonly found in coastal towns throughout the world yet sports an update that allows it a perfect integration into modern living spaces. The fixture sports an aluminum build for durability while its rectangular profile utilizes a clear glass panel on each face. This glass allows the internal incandescent lamping to produce warm, uniform lighting.
A handsome nautical feel to a classic Craftsman design. The Arroyo Craftsman Newport 14 in. Outdoor Wall Sconce blends Arts & Crafts inspired tradition of quality construction and attention to detail with a seaside appeal. Solid brass construction enhances this lantern's durability in marine environments.
Travel to another era with the vintage-inspired style of the Suffork Scroll Arm Outdoor Wall Sconce by Visual Comfort. The antiqued metal lantern with a hinged glass door maintains the charm of period homes and adds rustic character to transitional architecture. Charming hanging in a porch, pergola or patio area, this exterior light fixture has white candle sleeves and candelabra bulb sockets to recreate the cozy glow of old-fashioned lanterns.
Why We Love Outdoor Lantern Sconces
Outdoor lighting adds a stately air to the exterior of your home. The subtle glow welcomes evening guests and gives your home an attractive silhouette against a dark sky. Lantern sconces embrace a popular outdoor lighting design, giving your home functional lighting that also enhances its curb appeal. Like a beacon in the night, these sconces give off enough light so you can safely navigate your grounds. The lantern's classic style exudes a touch of convivial charm that dresses up your home's façade. So many diverse styles of modern sconces make it easy to find just the right one for your house.
Where Outdoor Wall Lanterns Work Best
Generally speaking, lantern sconces work beautifully when flanking an important door of the house, such as the front door. This location makes it easy for visitors to safely approach your home and also allows you to easily see who is at the door. Patio sconces also work well on the exterior walls as you see fit, giving ample lighting for evening entertaining and moonlit walks across your property. You may find that all of the exterior doors of your home can benefit from outdoor wall sconces. Don't forget about also brightening up your driveway with a lantern sconce on either side of your garage doors! You'll find any outdoor sconce - especially one with an old world lantern aesthetic - creates an inviting welcome to your home.
A Lantern Wall Sconce for Every Style
No matter if you lean more toward the traditional end or more toward the contemporary side, you can find beautiful modern sconces to suit your style. Robust designs by Hinkley Lighting feature sturdy frames and traditional bulbs or light source options that mimic candles. The styles from Savoy House offer a bit of intricate flair in classy lanterns that elevate the aesthetic of your home's exterior. Maxim Lighting brings decidedly modern panache to your façade with the sleekest lantern sconces you've ever seen. Many other designers also offer stately wall lights to enhance the exterior of the home.
How to Choose the Best Outdoor Wall Lanterns
The outdoor wall lights you choose should coordinate nicely with your home's existing appearance while also reflecting your sense of style. Choose sconces that are roughly one-quarter of the size of your door for the ideal proportion, and use care not to underwhelm with a too-small fixture. You can even make a stronger statement with your outdoor lighting by choosing fixtures that are closer to one-third the size of the door. Remember to complement the coloring of your house with the metal finishes of the lantern sconces that you select. Finally, pick a pair of lanterns that you find to be inviting and welcoming, giving your home a fantastic first impression for all of your guests. If you have any questions about the outdoor lantern sconces featured here, please call our lighting experts at 877.445.4486.
Other Considerations
If you like the look and feel of patio sconces outside, you may also love rustic wall sconces for the interior and exterior of your home. Their attractive designs cast an inviting glow on the walls, offering functional light and instant ambiance. Lantern pendant lighting also brightens your favorite spaces with a hospitable air, adding a touch of idyllic charm that warms and welcomes. And with beautiful intentions, landscape lighting like path lights, spotlights, floodlights and well lights accentuate your home's features beautifully after the sun has set. These lights create a magical sparkle of light around your home's exterior—in garden beds, near trees, around your walkway and at the steps—truly upping the ante on the wow factor and curb appeal of your home.