Tiffany Studios

Mr. and Mrs. George G. Bogue, Detroit, MI, ca. 1910
Thence by descent
Mr. and Mrs. Hank Nedza, Roswell, GA, 1971
Thence by descent

Very good overall condition. The shade with approximately 25-27 cracks to the glass scattered throughout. One green tile just below the upper aperture with multiple cracks with associated minute chip losses. One larger tile in the bottom register of the shade with a small shallow surface fleck. The socket cluster and domed integral cap appear to be original. The hanging hook, chain and ceiling cap are modern replacements. The shade leading is finely executed and displays a rich brown and green patina. The shade exhibits a particularly wide range of artistic glass, including confetti, mottled, striated and rippled glass, articulated in a strong vibrant color scheme.
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.
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This lot includes a Bogue family archive including two period photographs dated December 10, 1936 showing the present lot in the Bogue dining room as well as documents related to the provenance.

George G. Bogue was born in 1854 in Pittsfield, Vermont and became a prominent Detroit hardware merchant.  He was twice married and resided with his family at 3961 Cass Avenue which was described in the period as being "surrounded by all the comforts and many of the luxuries of life."  When he died in 1910 he left his second wife, Martha Harris Bogue, "in very pleasant financial circumstances."  Martha Bogue herself was an accomplished world traveler with a keen interest in theology and the arts.  She was a member of the 20^th Century Club, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and was a prominent figure in the Church of Christ, Scientist having studied with its founder Mary Baker Eddy.  The present lot was likely purchased for the Bogue's Cass Avenue home.  Documented in family photographs dating to 1936, the chandelier was definitely installed in the dining room of Martha Bogue's next residence at 873 Virginia Park Street which was constructed around 1922.  The "Nasturtium" chandelier remained in the dining room until it was acquired by the Family of the present owner in 1971.