Missouri Supreme Court

John Canning & Co. performed an historic investigation to uncover the historic decoration and color palette throughout the Division 1 and 2 courtrooms.

A mockup of an ornate architectural design.

BUILDING FACTS

Location: Jefferson City, MO
Built: Circa 1907
Original Architect: Louis LaBeaume and Guy C. Mariner
Style: French Renaissance

SCOPE

Interpretive Analysis
Paint Exposures
Historic Color Matching
Conditions Assessment
Treatment Report & Documentation
Gliding
Decorative Paint
Glazing
Striping
Stenciling

Historic courtroom with restored ornate ceiling and wood paneling.

Historical building contractor restoring historic architectural ceiling details.

Partially restored historic wall with gold leaf detailing.

A John Canning & Co. contractor restoring intricate ceiling designs with a brush.

Ornate restored ceiling with decorative moldings and vintage chandeliers.

Historic courtroom with restored wood paneling.

This project involved work in both Division 1 and 2 courtrooms for the Missouri Supreme Court. John Canning & Co. performed an historic investigation to uncover the historic decoration and color palette throughout the courtrooms.

Mockups were provided of the decoration in both campaigns and restoration of the historic color scheme and decoration was completed in the Division 1 courtroom.

The work included reinstating the historic color palette, gilding, and replication of the stenciling at the wainscot and ceiling.