Lot 31
  • 31

Tiffany Studios

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Tiffany Studios
  • A MonumentalĀ Inkstand
  • favrile glass and patinated bronze
with favrile and clear glass inkwell liners

Condition

Overall good condition. The bronze surfaces present with a rich brown patina and a rare, experimental craquelure surface texture. The bronze with a few scattered minor discolorations and with some minor traces of oxidation around the base. One of the bronze ribs adjacent to the glass restoration (see below) with a small loss to the patina. The favrile glass with some light surface scratches and scattered areas of surface soiling. One section of the blown glass with an area that has been restored from the interior with an epoxy infill. This area covers the width between two of the bronze ribs and measures approximately 2 inches high. The edge of the restoration is visible but has been painted over with a matching green color. The favrile glass inkwell liner is in good condition with very few minute air bubble and particulate inclusions inherent in the making. With a larger clear glass inkwell liner with light surface scratches and traces of adhesive residue. A rare and impressively scaled inkstand model with great visual presence when viewed in person.
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.