Revival of the Copper Post Lantern

Copper post lanterns are making a comeback. Beyond the particularly placed planters and whimsical wind chimes that adorn an exterior space, a copper post lantern can add an element of enchantment, brilliance and of course illumination to an outdoor or -- even an interior décor.

With the revival of the copper post lantern, at last - the old front porch light is outmoded. There’s no better way to punctuate the magnificence of any home than with a copper post lantern. The most prevalent places to adorn with copper post lanterns include the following:

Centuries ago, cupolas served as medium to circulate air and keep a stuffy room ventilated. Prevalently seen on rooftops, these square and vented structures are used, today, for one purpose only – to make a house stand apart from the neighboring domiciles. The best way to dress up a windowed cupola is to marry it with the perfect hanging lantern.

Brighten up a drab front exterior space with a copper lantern. The illumination from a post lantern makes it aesthetically safe and easier for visitors to find their way through your walkway, sidewalk or pathway.

To add an element of drama, juxtapose mid-century furniture with a period copper post lantern. At Cape Cod Weather Vane Company, lanterns come in a variety of metal finishes and glass options. For instance, the Lombard Post Lantern is available in an onion-styled seedy glass or pumpkin seedy design.

But, not all copper lanterns are made with the same craftsmanship that our forefathers once read by. Today, copper post lanterns are available in a wide range of designs, materials, finishes and geometric shapes. Consequently, buying a copper post lantern requires a little savoir-faire. Prior to buying a lantern, look for the following features:

 Impeccable craftsmanship
 Quality finishes
 100 % copper or brass (that oxidizes into a patina)
 Glass options – clear or seedy
 Durability
 Warranty (Cape Cod Weathervanes offers a lifetime warranty on their lanterns)

Using the Nickerson Post lantern as an example, this ornate lighting fixture is meticulously crafted of copper and bronze, showcased in an oval onion-styled design, available in a seedy glass or seedy pumpkin and is enveloped a wire cage (as seen at CapeCodWeathervaneCompany.com). Not to mention, the lantern is available in six different finishes.

Copper Post Lantern design strategy: Instead of using incandescent lighting for the exterior of your home, try to replicate the appearance of cascading moonlight.

Peruse more design ideas with copper post lanterns at the Cape Cod Weathervane Company.

Balance Toys

We are exciting to announce a great new addition to our product offering. Balance toys, also known as teeter totters, or sky hooks, were first introducted in the Victorian Era. These counter-wighted balance toys offer mechanical movement as well as an element of artistic design. Collect them, display them, play with them. balance toys are sure to delight people of all ages. Check back often, as new models added as other models are retired. 

Add us to your Facebook Friends !!

Cape Cod Weathervane Company now has a facebook page!  Click on the link to the right to add us. We will be posting product photos and videos on our facebook page as well as the lasted additions to our product line.

New Cast Iron Series Door Knockers

We sell almost as many door knockers as we do weathervanes. The Cape Cod Weathervane Company has become the go-to site for a great selection of doorknockers. While we love the Colby Smith series and it will always be our favorite, we realize there are times when people are seeking out a lower price point door knocker. Thats why we are introducing our new cast iron series door knockers. our Cast Iron Door Knockers are available in a variety of styles and are priced affordably. Check back often as we are adding new styles weekly.

Great New Copper Rain Chains

We have always offered copper rain chains. Early this year we added a new line with more choices, better quality and durability. While rain chains are an age old architectural element in the far east, they are relatively new in this country and just starting to gain popularity. Taking the place of a traditional downspout, rainchains offer a beautiful and visual way to take the water from the gutter to the ground. 

All rain chains come with a free attachment clip and as also available in custom lengths. 

Thank You Senator Kennedy !

Cape Cod lost a great friend & neighbor with the passing of Senator Edward "Ted" Kennedy this past Tuesday. We will miss seeing Ted sailing aboard the Mya in the Figawi races, the star power and summer fun from the compound, and the tireless dedication of a great senator. The Cape Cod Weathervane Company and its staff sends our condolences and sympathy to the family of Senator Kennedy .

The Most Requested Weathervane ....

We have hundreds of weathervanes in many shapes and sizes. Some are more popular than other. Different themes run hot at different times. Two years ago, motorcycle weathervanes were big. Last year it was the dragon weathervane. This year - the most popular weathervane has to be the whale weathervane. We have a great selection of whales from $99.00 and up.

How long will the whale be king ? We will have to wait and see....