Lot #4: Framed Print, drawing by artist William Roberts (1921–2001) of the Consumers Gas Chambers

19.5 x 17.5 inches Historical Significance The Consumers' Gas Company was a primary utility provider in Toronto, supplying gas for street lighting and home heating throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This specific building, often referred to as the Consumers' Gas Building, is located at 17–19 Toronto Street in downtown Toronto. The Building Today     •    Design: Built in 1852 (and expanded in 1876 and 1899), the building is a notable example of Renaissance Revival architecture.     •    Modern Use: It has been designated a heritage site and currently houses a luxury supper club and event space known as Chambers.     •    Architectural Features: The drawing highlights the building's intricate facade, including its arched windows and ornate stonework, which have been preserved as part of the city's financial district history. The Artist William Roberts was a Canadian painter known for his depictions of structural subjects, particularly historical and rural architecture in Ontario and the East Coast. His style often emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow on wooden and stone frames. This is a high quality professionally framed print ready to hang . Pickup category timeslot {A}