Soraya French Provincial Tea Light Lantern, Squat Aged Metal Pierced Floral 12cm

A squat pierced lantern in distressed white aged metal, throwing pinpoint pools of candlelight across the table.

Soraya takes its cue from old Moroccan tea-house lanterns: a low bulbous body, an open neck, and a looped handle that folds flat or lifts for carry. The whole piece is finished in distressed chalky white over a darker aged-metal base, so the high points wear back to a soft graphite tone the way real vintage pieces do.

Drop in a tea light and the embossed bands of floral medallions come alive. Each tiny pierced petal becomes a freckle of warm light, scattering across the table and the wall behind. By day, the matte finish reads as a quiet sculptural piece; by night, it does the heavy lifting on atmosphere.

Why we love it

• ◆ Pierced floral medallions cast a dotted glow pattern across whatever surface you set it on
• ◆ Distressed white over a darker base, so the finish reads vintage rather than freshly painted
• ◆ Hinged looped handle folds flat across the top or lifts for moving from table to balcony
• ◆ Open neck fits a standard tea light or small votive (candle not included)
• ◆ Squat 12cm silhouette sits low enough for a dining table without blocking sightlines

How to style it

Soraya is a low piece, which means it asks to be grouped rather than left alone in the middle of a console.

• Pair with taller pieces from our lantern collection for a high-low arrangement on the mantel.
• Set on a brass tray with a cut-glass decanter and a bound book for a quiet study moment.
• Position near a piece from our mirrors collection so the candlelight bounces twice in the evening.
• Cluster three across a long dining table at varying intervals for an unfussy evening setting.

Care & Keeping

Wipe with a soft dry cloth. The distressed finish is part of the look, so avoid abrasive cleaners or damp wipes that can lift the white wash. Never leave a lit candle unattended, and let the metal cool fully before handling. Best kept dry; indoor display is preferred.

Because Soraya is hand-finished, slight variations in patina, texture, and tone are natural and add to the unique character of each piece. Colour may also vary slightly between screens, all photography is taken in natural light.