Neoclassical Style Box Lantern
Decorative Art / Lighting Fixture • Likely a high-end commercial manufacturer or boutique lighting workshop; unattributed manually.
Style & Movement
Neoclassical Revival / Georgian Traditional
Medium & Technique
Brass or gilded metal frame with clear glass panels; features soldered joinery and bent-arm scrollwork.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern reproduction in a traditional style)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 24 to 36 inches in height; vertical rectangular format.
Subject Description
A rectangular hanging lantern featuring four glass faces, an internal three-to-four candle cluster, and a domed 'smoke' cap supported by curved metal struts.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; visible spidering or cracks appearing on the central glass panel.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $800 USD
Auction Estimate
$150 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired via architectural salvage or interior design trade catalogs.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the ongoing influence of 18th-century hall lantern designs in modern residential architecture and interior design.
Notable Features
Features delicate scroll details atop the frame and a central rod supporting a multi-light cluster imitating traditional beeswax candles.
Condition Issues
Significant crack in the glass pane on the left-center face; tarnished metal finish suggesting humidity or lack of polishing.
Conservation Recommendations
Replace the damaged glass panel with matching float glass; clean metal with pH-neutral soap; rewire if intended for functional use.