Tiffany Studios

Private Family Collection, Upstate New York

Overall in good, stable condition. These windows panels are from a larger commission and do not display the complete composition. The glass tiles with some light surface dirt adjacent to the leading, not visually distracting and consistent with age and gentle handling. The leading is in overall good, stable condition with some evidence of re-stabilization at some point in the history of the panels, and with some oxidation consistent with age. The right panel with The left panel with approximately 21 cracks; the center panel with approximately 25 cracks; and the right panel with approximately 12 cracks dispersed throughout. The transparent glass in the bottom right side of the left panel is possibly replaced, and with a few tiles with calcification to the reverse. The right panel with some oxidation to the leading along the bottom blue tile border. The panels are presently installed in a later dark wood frame. The window presents beautifully, displaying a highly dynamic composition with strong visual movement. When viewing the window firsthand the colors throughout are more saturated, vibrant and warmer than seen in the catalogue illustartion.
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.