Overall very good condition. This rare work is one of only six known examples produced by the firm. When viewed firsthand, the vase displays a rich charcoal ground that is enhanced by subtle pink and purple iridescence, creating a highly nuanced palette. The decorative bands above and below the cabochon register amplify the “window” effect of the technique and display rich gold, silver, purple and powder blue iridescence. The walls of the vase are opaque which enhances the dramatic effect of the transparent windows. The glass with scattered minor air bubbles and surface irregularities inherent in the making and not visually distracting. The glass with scattered fine surface scratches consistent with age and gentle handling, not visually distracting. The window cabochons are each encircled with finely articulated carved scalloped borders. When viewed with reflected light, the blue interior of the vase visible through the windows visually mixes with the yellow and orange confetti to create a variegated palette of blues, greens and yellows. With remitted light, the yellow and ochre tones of the confetti pieces within the window cabochons become visible. The window cabochons present with occasional minor air bubbles and particulate inclusions inherent in the making and only visible upon close inspection. Two cabochons each with a fine, stable, curved internal hairline near the right edge which is inherent to the annealing process and not visually distracting. One of these windows with a small fleck to the upper edge of the cabochon near the hairline, inherent to production. The interior of the vase is executed in a vibrant cerulean and cobalt blue palette. The irregular surface texture of the interior displays a few slightly more pronounced surface irregularities and minor surface losses, the largest measuring approximately ½ inch wide on the inner surface of the neck, all inherent in the making. The bottom interior of the vase with an inclusion on the surface, only visible upon close inspection. The interior with some light surface soiling, consistent with age. The underside of the vase is applied with a Doros Collection accession number. An outstanding, complex work that exemplifies the ingenuity of Tiffany Studios and mastery of their craft.
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