Lot 219
  • 219

Tiffany Studios

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description

  • Tiffany Studios
  • "Azalea" Table lamp
  • shade tag stamped TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK
    base stamped TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/260 and with the Tiffany Glass & Decorating Co. Mark

  • leaded glass and patinated bronze
shade design attributed to Clara Driscoll

Provenance

Ina Higbee Bookwalter, Bertrand, MI, ca. 1930s
Given to the present owners as a wedding gift in 1960

 

Condition

Overall in good condition consistent with age and use. There are approx. 22 cracked tiles in the shade, mostly concentrated at an area approx. 8 in. long near the rim where it must have suffered an impact; the shade is also slightly out of round because of that. The patina is good but dirty, surface dirt has collected near the leading the shade. Would benefit from a good gentle professional cleaning. The selection of glass and colors is exquisite. The base is in good condition, the sockets are original, the finial appears to be original, the balls under the base have been replaced at some point with ordinary screws, these balls are easily replaceable. An outstanding example of this rare model.
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.