Tiffany Studios

with a rare "Turtle-Back" base

Sandra Van Den Broek, New York

Overall very good condition. When viewed in person the shade presents beautifully, with slightly more subdued blue tones compared to the catalogue illustration and with a nice range of opalescent background tiles and vibrant cadmium yellow and yellow-orange daffodil blossoms. The shade with approximately 9 cracks to the glass tiles dispersed throughout. The shade with very light surface soiling to the adjacent contours of the shade leading. The shade with minor rubbing to the patina and some oxidation throughout. The rare “Turtle-back” base is in overall very good condition. The bronze with scattered surface scratches and abrasions consistent with age and gentle use, and with a few occasional small and minor casting flaws, not visually detractive. The bronze with traces of oxidation to the recessed contours of the design and with scattered minor discolorations consistent with age. The Turtle-Back tiles present with intense jewel-tone iridization and are in very good condition. The socket and paddle switch appear to be period. With a period heat cap with scattered surface scratches and abrasions. A superb and harmonious shade and base pairing, displaying a highly artistic and thoughtful glass selection to the shade, and outstanding rich coloration to the 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.