Tiffany Studios

Sotheby's New York, February 16, 1983, lot 124

Good overall condition. There are approximately 40-45 cracked tiles scattered throughout the shade. The shade appears to have extensive areas of re-leading notably around the floral clusters which would suggest replacements to the glass in those areas. As expected there has also been retouching to the green and brown patina of the leading throughout the shade. The hardware, beaded borders and decorative orbs appear to be replaced. The beaded border to the lower rim of the shade is partially detached at twelve solder points and would benefit from resecuring. Two of the pendent orbs are lacking. The shade has an overall rich and pleasing deep blue palette.
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.