Tiffany Studios

with a rare "Flower Pot Saucer" base

Christie's, New York, December 9, 1989, lot 117
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Overall in very good condition. The shade with only 15 visible cracks to the glass tiles dispersed throughout. These hairlines all appear stable. The rare “Flower Pot” base displays an exceptionally deep and rich russet brown patina with green highlights. The bronze surfaces with some occasional light surface scratches, gentle rubbing, and with a few small and minor areas of discoloration consistent with age and gentle handling and age. The four arms which support the shade with some small and minor scattered patina losses, and with some expected wear to the interior end terminals from continued contact over the years with the shade. The base with original paddle switches with later replaced sockets. A beautiful example of the Geranium model displaying an artistic and strongly saturated glass selection and a charming and well-proportioned base pairing. The background registers are articulated in warm luminous hues of cobalt and purples, and the Geranium blossoms are articulated in a vibrant ruby red and pinks. When viewing this lamp firsthand, the colors appear slightly more saturated and nuanced than seen in the catalogue illustration. -----
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