Lot 232
  • 232

Tiffany Studios

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • Tiffany Studios
  • "Grapevine" Tea Screen
  • impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK
  • favrile glass, patinated copper and bronze

Condition

Overall in very good condition. The favrile glass panels appear to be replaced with period glass and remain in good condition with some scattered surface dirt. The bronze surfaces throughout retain a rich russet brown and dark green patina, showing gentle rubbing and light surface soiling in some of the recessed contours consistent with age and use. A few occasional traces of surface oxidation and discoloration. The reverse of the tea screen with surface oxidation, rubbing to the patina, areas of discoloration and surface dirt to the recessed portions throughout.
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.