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Tiffany Studios
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Tiffany Studios
- "Crocus" Table Lamp
- base impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/D/794 with the Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company monogram
- leaded glass and gilt bronze
Provenance
Wallace H. Rowe, Cobourg, Ontario
Private Collection, Cobourg, Ontario, 1951
Thence by descent to the present owner
Private Collection, Cobourg, Ontario, 1951
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The shade is composed of an artistic mix of transparent glass tiles, indicating that it is an early production likely originally intended for a kerosene base. The shade with approximately 9 cracks throughout, all seemingly stable. The shade with light surface soiling to the glass and adjacent borders of the shade leading throughout, consistent with age and gentle handling. The shade does not appear to have any replaced glass tiles and the leading throughout appears undisturbed. When viewed in person, the shade presents with a slightly warmer, more orange hue than in the catalogue illustration. The base with areas of wear to the gilt patina, light surface scratches, minor abrasions and light surface soiling, and scattered small areas of discoloration consistent with age and gentle handling. All three sockets and paddle switches appear to be original and undisturbed. With period finial with threaded pin. A very charming early example of the “Crocus” shade design.
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.
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.