Gas-lights for Northumberland House, London

This pair of candelabra were originally lit by gas. They were supplied by William Collins for the Grand Staircase at Northumberland House, London. Each base is inscribed The candelabra and scroll began Aug. 1822. Completed Decr. 1823. W. Collins. William Collins undertook a large commission to supply of decorative bronze work for the first floor parade rooms at Northumberland House. He supplied chandeliers and the staircase balustrade, as well as these two large candelabra. The glass globes are later additions. Purchased with the assistance of the V&A Purchase Grant Fund, The Art Fund and the Friends of the Bowes Museum. Size: Height: 310 cm.

Collection

Bowes Museum

Inventory Number

1576192

Title

Gas-lights for Northumberland House, London

Object Type

Image

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