Tiffany Studios

Acquired directly by the present owner from a Private Long Island, New York Collection

Overall in very good condition. The shade with approximately 20-23 cracks to the glass tiles dispersed throughout. The top shade ring is slightly out of round and as a result fits very snuggly over the base wheel. The shade with some light surface soiling throughout, most prevalent along the lead lines and recessed contours of the rippled glass. The bronze base displays an exceptionally rich russet brown and green patina with a few light surface scratches and very minimal rubbing consistent with age and gentle use, and with a few very small and minor flecks to the patina on the bronze feet. The base is finely cast with crisply defined decoration and very attractive applied coil decoration. The sockets and paddle switches appear to be old replacements. With period finial with shallow surface indentations, light rubbing to the patina and a few small areas of patina flaking. A superb example of the model, articulated in an unusually rich and saturated range of blues and greens rarely seen with this pattern.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.