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TIFFANY STUDIOS | A Rare “American Indian” Table Lamp
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Tiffany Studios
- A Rare “American Indian” Table Lamp
- shade impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1586base impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/536
- leaded glass, patinated bronze
- 17 1/4 in. (43.8 cm) high12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm) diameter of shade
- circa 1910
Provenance
Private Collection, Boston
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 2000
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 2000
Literature
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany At Auction, New York, 1981, p. 64
John Loring, Louis Comfort Tiffany at Tiffany & Co., New York, 2002, p. 212
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany Lamps and Metalware, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2007, pp. 104 and 176
John Loring, Louis Comfort Tiffany at Tiffany & Co., New York, 2002, p. 212
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany Lamps and Metalware, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2007, pp. 104 and 176
Condition
Overall very good condition. The shade displays vibrant shades of orange-yellow, bright red and green, and warm amber, which is slightly more nuanced when viewed firsthand compared to the printed catalogue illustration. The shade with approximately 10 hairline cracks dispersed throughout, stable. The shade with some extremely light surface soiling concentrated to the contours adjacent to the leadlines. One translucent amber tile on the bottom row of the shade with a small and minor edge loss. The base is in excellent condition and displays a deep russet brown patina and finely cast decoration. The bronze surfaces with scattered minor surface scratches, abrasions, and light surfaces soiling consistent with age and gentle use. The bronze with traces of oxidation throughout visible in the catalogue illustration. The sockets and paddle switches all appear to be original and undisturbed. With a matching period finial in very good condition with some extremely minor irregularities in the etching and some scattered minor traces of oxidation and discoloration. An extremely dynamic shade and base model that draws inspiration from Native American baskets, which Louis C. Tiffany collected extensively. A gorgeous example of this charming and sophisticated model.
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.