Description: Rare Pair of Kilian Brothers Piano Lamps with polychrome details on the pedestal bases, Juno lamp tops, and serpentine hobnail shades (electrified by previous owner). Antiques Magazine (May 1999) has an article by Anna Tobin D'Ambrosio about the work of Kilian Brothers where the pedestal bases are thoroughly described. Plate 1 on page 728 reads "The pedestal in Plate I exemplifies Kilian's stylistic predilections. The uncomplicated body is composed of stacked geometric forms bedecked with incised lines, a vivid patette and metal mounts. Light and dark surfaces, typical of neo-grec furniture, are played against one another for dramatic effect. Gilded and ebonized surfaces, accented by red, green and gold highlights, are enhanced by the warm tone of the walnut. United by chain swags, patinated putti mounts crown the extremities." The lamps were added to these pedestals and we feel this was a custom order for a pair of unique piano lamps. Further comments in the article explain the company's willingness to adapt to special requests as stated in "The use of interchangeable parts allowed Kilian's to offer the consumer the broadest number of choices." A choice pair of of Victorian lighting! Circa: 1870 Dimensions: 56" H x 18" W x 16" D Finish: Cleaned original Price: $11,500.00 the Pair

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