Description

Originally installed in a distinguished Montreal banking hall during the early twentieth century. Acquired directly from the building and accompanied by original photographs showing the lanterns in situ prior to removal. Retains exceptional historical and architectural significance as a surviving matched group of institutional lighting.

An extraordinary and historically significant set of five monumental Beaux Arts bronze and copper lantern chandeliers salvaged from a prominent Montreal bank and dating to the early twentieth century.

Constructed entirely of solid bronze and copper, each lantern exhibits exceptional architectural detailing including a richly embossed Greek key frieze, applied bronze bosses, elaborate acanthus leaf ornament, scrolling supports, and finely executed crown finials. Designed to illuminate a grand banking hall, these impressive fixtures embody the craftsmanship, permanence, and architectural grandeur associated with North America’s finest institutional buildings during the Beaux Arts era.

Of particular importance is the documented provenance accompanying this collection. The lanterns were acquired directly from the historic Montreal bank in which they were originally installed and are accompanied by original in situ photographs showing the fixtures prior to removal. Surviving complete sets of institutional lighting of this scale and quality are exceedingly rare, making this offering especially desirable for luxury hospitality projects, historic restorations, wineries, boutique hotels, restaurants, and significant private residences.

The warm aged copper surfaces combined with richly patinated bronze ornament create a dramatic architectural presence while retaining the authenticity and character expected from important architectural salvage.

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a complete matching group of monumental Beaux Arts lighting with documented institutional provenance.

PRICE PER LIGHT 

H: 5.5 ft D: 3.5 ft