TIFFANY STUDIOS | A Rare “Rambling Rose” Table Lamp

with a rare mosaic gourd-form base

Overall very good condition. This shade is distinguished by a highly artistic glass selection featuring complex “confetti” glass (also known as “fractured” glass) in the background passages, which imparts the lamp with strong pictorial depth and visual movement. When viewed firsthand, the glass displays bright and vibrant shades of pink and coral with slightly stronger accents of violent and lavender compared to the printed catalogue illustration. The shade with approximately 11 hairline cracks dispersed throughout, which have been sensitively stabilized by a professional glass conservator. The shade with some light surface soiling throughout concentrated to the contours adjacent to the leadlines. Approximately 8 tiles in the lower geometric border appear to have been replaced with well-matching complementary glass. The mosaic base is in very good condition, displaying a beautifully articulated gradation from bright apple green at the top of the base to deep greens and blues toward the bottom. The base appears to retain all of its original mosaic glass; some of the glass tiles appear to have been stabilized in the past. The mosaic tiles with some occasional scattered hairline cracks and occasional minute edge flecks which have been sensitively stabilized by a professional Tiffany conservator. The base with some light surface soiling consistent with age. The bronze elements of the base with scattered minor surface scratches, abrasions and rubbing consistent with age and handling. The sockets and paddle switches appear original and undisturbed. With a period finial in very good condition with some light rubbing to the patina. A stunning example of this rare and complex shade design, highlighting Tiffany’s interest in naturalism and mastery of both leaded and mosaic glass.
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.