DETAILS
Two large of vintage hexagonal shaped hanging iron with bronze decoration lanterns. Mica panel shades.
MAKER
Attributed to Albert Sechrist (American, 1862-1922), (1717 Logan Street, Denver, Colorado, late 19th-early 20th century)
PROVENANCE
(931 14th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, built 1929). Architect: William N. Bowman. See ➳
Built from the finest materials, this commercial building features Art Deco murals depicting the history of communications by famed Colorado artist Allen Tupper True (1881-1955). The architecture blends Art Deco and Gothic Revival, a style designated by the owner as Modern American Perpendicular Gothic due to its soaring height, setbacks and Gothic ornamentation. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. The ornamental light fixtures were designed, manufactured and installed by Albert Sechrist Manufacturing Company. Other local craftsmen include ornamental ironwork by the August Freidrichs Company and display windows by the Frank Kirchhofs American Fixture Company.
Built from the finest materials, this commercial building features Art Deco murals depicting the history of communications by famed Colorado artist Allen Tupper True (1881-1955). The architecture blends Art Deco and Gothic Revival, a style designated by the owner as Modern American Perpendicular Gothic due to its soaring height, setbacks and Gothic ornamentation. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. The ornamental light fixtures were designed, manufactured and installed by Albert Sechrist Manufacturing Company. Other local craftsmen include ornamental ironwork by the August Freidrichs Company and display windows by the Frank Kirchhofs American Fixture Company.
STYLE
Gothic Revival
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States
PERIOD
Early 20th century
DATE
Circa 1929
DIMENSIONS
Width 11 Depth 11 Height 44.5 inches
Lantern to ring: Width 11 Depth 11 Height 31.5 inches
Lantern to ring: Width 11 Depth 11 Height 31.5 inches
Chain: Height 21 inches
Hook and ceiling cap: Height 11 inches
Hook and ceiling cap: Height 11 inches
CONDITION
Note: requires rewiring.
