Lot 238
  • 238

Tiffany Studios

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Tiffany Studios
  • Table Lamp
  • shade engraved L.C.T. Favrile
    base incised with the LCT monogram and engraved Louis C. Tiffany Favrile-Pottery/P1193 

  • favrile glass and glazed earthenware

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, November 13, 1980, lot 451
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

Overall in very good condition. The damascene glass shade is in very good condition, with only a few minute pinhead size flecks to the outer edge of the top aperture rim. The glazed pottery base is in very good condition, with no visible condition issues, and it is not drilled (the electric cord extends from the oil canister insert). The oil canister insert has been converted to electricity, but retains the original burner devices, gas valves and switch device. The top of the canister has been drilled for the electric cord, and the electric socket has been replaced. The oil canister unit, ring mount and shade arms show surface wear, soiling and discoloration consistent with age and use. A very charming lamp displaying a rare decorated pottery base.
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.