Tiffany Studios

José de Barros Poyares and Josephina Gomes Poyares, São Paulo, Brazil, circa 1910
Thence by descent

Overall in good condition. This lamp is being consigned by descendants of the original owners and by all accounts the shade, base and finial all originated together. This is further supported by the fact that all of these elements, including the shade leading, have the same metallic patina. The shade has an extensive number of cracks to the glass dispersed throughout, as well as a few concentrated areas of cracks around the lower register of the shade, many of which appear to have been stabilized in the past with clear glue. With considerable surface soiling to the shade throughout. The patinated bronze base and finial show considerable wear, surface soiling and discoloration throughout. With replaced porcelain-capped sockets. The shade displays an exceptionally artistic glass selection with a full range of saturated glass. The red peony blossoms show a spectacular color range, from deep scarlet red to pink. The background glass is striated with shades of deep purple, cobalt, aqua and turquoise. This lamp would greatly benefit from being sensitively restored, and already presents beautifully in its current condition. Numerous professional photographs of this lamp are available since the publication of our catalogue. For additional photographs please see sothebys.com or contact our department at 212-606-7170.
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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