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Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Hanging Lantern with Castellated Crown
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Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Hanging Lantern with Castellated Crown

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Tinker & Toad
Description

An impressive and unusual Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern, standing approximately one metre tall, excluding its length of suspension chain and rose.

The striking architectural design features a steeply pitched, overlapping scale-patterned roof, surmounted by a castellated crown with six decorative turrets. Elaborate scrolling foliate mounts embellish the upper and lower corners, while the lantern terminates in a large, finely detailed finial incorporating ecclesiastical trefoil piercings and a scale-carved terminal. The lantern is glazed throughout with bevelled glass and fitted with an opening door secured by an attractive ring catch, allowing easy access to the interior, which accommodates three screw-fitting bulbs.

A particularly decorative and substantial piece of Continental lighting, combining Gothic architectural influences with an unusual level of detail. Equally suited to a grand entrance hall, stairwell or double-height interior.

Dimensions: Height: Approximately 100 cm (excluding chain) Main body width: 40 cm Overall width:

Approximately 52 cm (including foliate mounts) Suspension: Generous length of chain included with ceiling rose.

Rewired at PAT tested.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Tinker & Toad has dated this Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern to the 1930s.

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SA1240357
Description
An impressive and unusual Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern, standing approximately one metre tall, excluding its length of suspension chain and rose.
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The striking architectural design features a steeply pitched, overlapping scale-patterned roof, surmounted by a castellated crown with six decorative turrets.
Tinker & Toad

Elaborate scrolling foliate mounts embellish the upper and lower corners, while the lantern terminates in a large, finely detailed finial incorporating ecclesiastical trefoil piercings and a scale-carved terminal. The lantern is glazed throughout with bevelled glass and fitted with an opening door secured by an attractive ring catch, allowing easy access to the interior, which accommodates three screw-fitting bulbs.

fig 1. A large Continental Gothic Revival bronze hanging lantern featuring a castellated crown roof with turrets, scale detailing, and glass panels.
fig 1. Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Hanging Lantern with Castellated Crown

A particularly decorative and substantial piece of Continental lighting, combining Gothic architectural influences with an unusual level of detail. Equally suited to a grand entrance hall, stairwell or double-height interior.

fig 2. A large Continental Gothic Revival bronze hanging lantern featuring a castellated crown roof with turrets, scale detailing, and glass panels.
fig 2. Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Hanging Lantern with Castellated Crown

Dimensions: Height: Approximately 100 cm (excluding chain) Main body width: 40 cm Overall width:

Approximately 52 cm (including foliate mounts) Suspension: Generous length of chain included with ceiling rose.

Rewired at PAT tested.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated this Gothic Revival Bronze Lantern to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240357
Tinker & Toad
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
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A large Continental Gothic Revival bronze hanging lantern featuring a castellated crown roof with turrets, scale detailing, and glass panels.
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Archive I A large Continental Gothic Revival bronze hanging lantern featuring a castellated crown roof with turrets, scale detailing, and glass panels.

Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Hanging Lantern with Castellated Crown

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54 The Mint
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7EN
United Kingdom
Verified Since Aug 2020
Items For Sale 82
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A large Continental Gothic Revival bronze hanging lantern featuring a castellated crown roof with turrets, scale detailing, and glass panels.
Large Continental Gothic Revival Bronze Hanging Lantern With Castellated Crown
Ref: SA1240357
A large Continental Gothic Revival bronze hanging lantern featuring a castellated crown roof with turrets, scale detailing, and glass panels.
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  • ObjectHanging Lanterns
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleGothic Revival
  • MaterialBronze, Glass, Brass
  • ColourBronze
  • MotifsCastellated crown, Scale roof detail, Hexagonal glazed body, Finial base
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

Gothic Revival lighting incorporates medieval architectural elements such as castellated battlements, pointed arches, tracery, and geometric motifs, which became prominent across Europe during the nineteenth century.

These fixtures were predominantly constructed from heavy cast bronze, brass, or wrought iron, featuring hand-cut or rolled glass panels held within structural metal glazing bars.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit cast or hand-chased construction, architectural structural details like rivets or hinges, and natural age-related oxidisation on the metal surfaces rather than uniform modern finishes.

A substantial hanging lantern serves as a focal point when suspended in an entryway, double-height hallway, or above a dining table, introducing architectural texture and historic detail to contemporary spaces.

Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners to preserve the natural aged patina, while glass panels can be cleaned with a mild glass cleaner applied directly to a cloth.
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