This incredible hanging lantern, which once illuminated the streets of Cuba, is crafted of solid bronze and covered in a subtle, natural patina. Hexagonal in shape with six glass panels, it is truly an arresting, beautiful object to behold, strikingly decorated in turn of the century Cuban motifs with winged women, scrollwork, twist design, and acanthus leaves. Its imposing size is ideal for a large veranda or entrance. Lanterns like this one were once fixtures in front of Cuban governmental buildings such as the Presidential Palace. In the years after Cuba won its independence, this lantern was one of many converted to a hanging electrified lantern and sold to feed the country's poor. To find one in such excellent condition is truly rare.