Tiffany Studios

Christie's New York, December 7, 2001, lot 544
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Overall very good condition. The glass surfaces with scattered extremely minor surface scratches throughout, consistent with age and gentle handling. The glass with scattered minor air bubbles and particulate inclusions, inherent in the making and not visually detractive. The interior of the coupe with some light surface soiling. As is commonly seen in Flower Forms, the interior coupe with some scattered red spotting, inherent in the sprayed application of the iridescent surface treatment and not visually detractive. The stem is gently bent and applied slightly off-center to the foot. The base of the stem with some more concentrated surface scratches and some associated discoloration, visible in the catalogue illustration and possibly inherent in the making. An elegant naturalistic form with beautiful pulled decoration.
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.