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Tiffany Studios
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Tiffany Studios
- "Octopus" Inkstand and Pen Tray
- inkwell engraved L.C.T.
inkstand impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/10034 - patinated bronze and favrile glass
- with an interior favrile glass inkwell
Provenance
Private Collection, Long Island, NY, circa 1980s
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The patinated bronze surfaces with some minor surface scratches and abrasions, some gentle rubbing to the patina, and a few small areas of ink staining and minor surface residue to the pen tray consistent with age and light use. The recessed contours of the octopus design with light surface soiling. With an interior Tiffany iridized favrile glass inkwell which is in very good condition. The bronze receptacle beneath the glass inkwell insert is impressed 3. A beautiful example of this rare Tiffany inkstand model displaying a particularly deep and rich brown patina.
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.
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.