Lot 23
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TIFFANY STUDIOS | "Turtle-Back" Tile Paperweight

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description

  • Tiffany Studios
  • "Turtle-Back" Tile Paperweight
  • impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/935
  • favrile glass, gilt bronze
  • 1 1/4  x 5 3/4  x 4 3/4  in. (3.2 x 14.6 x 12.1 cm)
  • circa 1910

Provenance

James Julia Auctions, Fairfield, Maine, November 13, 2014, lot 3029

Condition

Overall very good condition. The turtle-back tile presents with strong luminous iridescence and a naturalistic irregular surface. The gilt bronze setting is in good condition with scattered surface scratches, abrasions, and areas of wear to the gilt finish consistent with age and gentle handling. A wonderful, highly attractive object displaying strong luminous color and iridescence.
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.