Lot 450
  • 450

Tiffany Studios

Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Tiffany Studios
  • Decorated Cabinet Vase
  • engraved 2084 G L.C.T. Favrile
  • favrile glass

Provenance

Joseph H. Heil Collection
Collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York, gift from Joseph H. Heil, 1960
Christie's New York, June 12, 2003, lot 78
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Louis Comfort Tiffany 1848-1933, January 24 - April 6, 1958
Recent Acquisitions : Architecture and Design Collection
, The Museum of Modern Art, New York, December 21, 1960 - February 12, 1961

Literature

Louis Comfort Tiffany 1848-1933, exh. cat., Museum of Contemporary Crafts, New York, 1958, p. 26, no. 128 (for the present illustrated)

Condition

Overall very good condition. When viewed in person, the vase presents with a rich deep russet red hue, which contrasts beautifully with the vibrant iridized decoration. The glass with a few scattered minor air bubbles and particulate inclusions inherent in the making and some light surface scratches consistent with age and gentle handling. A very nice piece with charming, diminutive scale.
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