The CopperSmith has partnered with Biltmore to create several distinctive new lighting collections that reflect both companies’ shared passion for careful craftsmanship and timeless style. The CopperSmith’s mission to provide the finest selection of the highest quality copper lanterns available ensures that their designs honor Biltmore’s commitment to authenticity and integrity while also offering a wide range of sophisticated lighting options for today’s homes and businesses.
With his sophisticated design for the Approach Road to Biltmore House, landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted created a truly memorable first impression of the estate that inspires our striking Approach Collection.
Please view the available finishes, as well as the mount and accessory options below. To request additional information about the Biltmore Approach Collection, click on the How to Order Button.
AP (SM)
AP (BMCHM)
AP (BMY)
AP (BMTS)
AP (HSI)
AP (BMCPM)
AP (BMCM)
AP (BMPF_BMPM)
MODEL | DIMENSIONS | EXTENSION | GAS | ELECTRIC |
AP20 | 9 1/2" x 19 1/2" | 12" | Single Burner | 2-60W Candles |
AP26 | 13" x 25 1/2" | 15 1/2" | Single Burner | 2-60W Candles |
AP31 | 16" x 31 1/2" | 18 1/2" | Single Burner | 3-60W Candles |
>> For Wall Mount gas lanterns, the gas line will come directly out of the bottom at a 90-degree angle straight into the wall.
>> Pier Mount and Post Fitter lanterns will have a valve that comes straight from the bottom of the lantern into the column or post.
>> Classic Yoke mount lanterns will have a gas line that runs through the lantern, clipped to the inside of the yoke, and up through the down rod.
>> The gas line does not come out of the mount or back-plate. Please use 1/4″ flexible copper tubing. Always check before roughing in your gas line for installation as position changes with the type of mount.
>> For electric lights and gas lanterns with electronic igniters, the wiring will come out of the back-plate indicated on the drawing.
>> All electronic igniters operate on 120V.
>> All-electric lanterns will have a black tube that encases the wiring from the bottom of the lantern to the mount or back-plate. This does not include any lantern with a Turtle Light Adapter.
>> The mounting plate for all standard wall mount lanterns is 5”(H) x 6”(W) x 1“(D).
>> Flush Mount (direct to the wall without a backplate) lanterns have one hole in the back that will be used to mount.
>> Do not mount to any flammable or heat-sensitive materials.
