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Tiffany Studios
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Tiffany Studios
- "Swirling Leaf" Table Lamp
- shade impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK
base impressed Tiffany Studios/NEW YORK/370 - leaded glass and patinated bronze
- height 57cm, diameter of shade 46cm
Provenance
Bukowski Auktion, Helsinki, December 15, 1983, lot 697
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The shade with approximately 14 cracks to the glass tiles dispersed throughout. The shade with one area in the foliate register with a series of glass tiles with fracturing. With a small loss to the leading on one horizontal lead line just above the bottom rim (1/8 inch loss). The bottom rim is very slightly out of round . The shade surface soiling around many of the exterior lead lines and to the recessed contours of the tiles. The patinated bronze surfaces with light surface wear, rubbing and minor discolorations consistent with age and use. All three sockets and pull chains appear to be original and undisturbed. An nice example of Tiffany's "Swirling Leaf" series displaying vigorously mottled glass.
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.