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Tiffany Studios
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Tiffany Studios
- Six-Light "Lily" and "Turtle-Back" Ceiling Light
- four shades engraved L.C.T. Favriletwo shades engraved L.C.T.
- favrile glass, patinated bronze
- 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) drop12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm) diameter
Literature
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany at Auction, New York, 1981, p. 187
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany Lamps and Metalware, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2007, p. 325
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany Lamps and Metalware, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2007, p. 325
Condition
Overall very good condition. The ceiling mount is beautifully executed with fine detailing and a complex composition. The bronze surfaces with some scattered extremely minor surface scratches, abrasions and discolorations consistent with age and gentle handling. With some light surface soiling to the recessed contours and some occasional scattered minute flecks of white house paint. The socket arms with some wear and occasional minor losses to the patina where the arms bend. A few of the socket petals are slightly bent, all stable. The “turtle-back” tiles all appear original and undisturbed. The turtle-back tiles are internally illuminated with a later-added electrical component, which makes for a beautiful presentation. Each of the six “lily” shades presents with scattered minute air bubbles and particulate inclusions inherent in the making and not visually detractive, and with some scattered extremely fine surface scratches and light surface soiling. Four of the shades with some wear to the interior likely from the glass making contact with the socket, not visible when the shades are assembled. With later replaced sockets. This ceiling light presents beautifully, displaying elegant and refined proportions and detailing.
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.