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Bronze metal frame, clean glass panels, handmade with the natural variation of something genuinely worked by hand — the hurricane lantern that earns its place indoors and out.
The Whitstable Hurricane Lantern is the kind of piece that quietly changes how a room or a terrace feels after dark. A clean, square-section glass body set into a slim bronze metal frame, with a solid metal base that shelters a pillar candle, tealights or fairy lights from drafts. Available in small, medium and large and sold individually so you can either commit to a single statement piece or build the layered, stepped grouping that hurricane lanterns do better than almost any other object. Suitable for indoors and covered outdoor spaces, which is exactly where these earn their keep — on a sheltered terrace, a stone step, a windowsill or a console at the edge of a room.
What sets it apart
The detail that makes it different
Most hurricane lanterns at this price point come from factory production lines that produce identical, perfect pieces — and look it. The Whitstable is built differently. Each lantern is handmade, so the bronze finish, soldered seams and metal frame all carry the small, honest variations of something genuinely worked by hand rather than stamped and assembled by machine. The frame is deliberately slim, so the glass does most of the visual work; the bronze patina catches and warms candlelight without crossing into shiny gold territory. The square section is the secret weapon — it lets you butt several together for a clean grouped composition in a way that round lanterns can never quite manage. Buy three sizes together and you have an instant, properly composed tablescape; buy one and you have a quiet anchor for a console or a fireplace.
Available sizes
Size
Height
Width & Depth
Small
17 cm
12 × 12 cm
Medium
23 cm
16 × 16 cm
Large
28 cm
19.5 × 19.5 cm
Buy all three sizes together for a properly considered grouping on a hearth, sideboard, or sheltered terrace. The stepped heights create the layered, lived-in look that designers reach for instinctively — and the square form means they sit neatly together rather than fighting for floor space.
Pillar candles in the medium and large sizes; tealights or smaller pillars in the small. Fairy lights work well in all three for a softer, longer-lasting glow. For seasonal styling, the larger sizes also work beautifully filled with foliage, small terracotta pots or arrangements of dried grasses — the open top makes them surprisingly versatile beyond candle use.
Can I use them outside?
Yes — in covered outdoor spaces. A sheltered terrace, porch or covered patio is ideal. The lanterns shouldn't be left out in heavy rain or through winter, as sustained exposure can damage the bronze finish and soldered joints over time. Bring them inside or under cover when the weather turns.
Will each one look identical to the photo?
No — and that's the point. Each lantern is handmade, so the bronze finish, soldered seams and frame all carry small variations. Expect the silhouette and overall colour to match closely, but small marks, tonal shifts and minor imperfections are part of the handmade character and aren't grounds for return.
How do I clean it?
Wipe the glass panels with a soft, barely-damp cloth and dry immediately. For the bronze frame, use a soft dry cloth only — avoid metal polishes, abrasive cleaners and harsh sprays, all of which will strip the patina that gives the piece its character. If candle wax drips onto the metal base, let it cool and lift it off gently rather than scraping.
Is it safe to leave a candle burning unattended?
No — as with any candle, never leave a lit flame unattended. The glass panels become hot during use, so keep the lantern clear of curtains, fabric and other flammable items, and place on a stable, heatproof surface. The metal base catches drips but isn't a substitute for normal candle safety.
Specifications & materials
Type
Hurricane lantern
Construction
Metal frame, glass panels
Finish
Bronze, handmade
Sizes
Small · Medium · Large
Sold as
Individually
Suitable for
Indoor and covered outdoor
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