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TIFFANY STUDIOS | A Rare “Geometric and Turtle-Back” Ceiling Light
估價
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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描述
- Tiffany Studios
- A Rare “Geometric and Turtle-Back” Ceiling Light
- shade with small early tag impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK
- leaded glass, patinated bronze
- 56 in. (142.2 cm) drop12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm) diameter of shade
- circa 1905
來源
Phillips Bathurst Motley, Westmount, Quebec, circa 1906
Thence by descent to his son, Phillips Carey Motley, Westmount, Quebec, circa 1946
Thence by descent
Sotheby's New York, June 15, 2011, lot 9
Thence by descent to his son, Phillips Carey Motley, Westmount, Quebec, circa 1946
Thence by descent
Sotheby's New York, June 15, 2011, lot 9
出版
Alastair Duncan, Tiffany Lamps and Metalware, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2007, p. 280, no. 1088 (for a related model)
Condition
Overall very good condition. When viewed firsthand the geometric tiles present with a strong emerald green coloration which is beautifully complemented by the naturalistic irregularity of the turtle-back border. The turtle-back tiles all appear to be original and undisturbed. When viewed with internal remitted light the turtle-back tiles display a rich emerald green glow; when viewed with outside reflected light the iridized tiles display a brilliant range of jewel-tone hues and luminous iridescence. The glass with some very light and minor surface soiling to the glass concentrated to the upper shoulder of the shade. The patinated bronze elements present with some scattered extremely minor surface scratches, some extremely minor areas of wear, and some light surface soiling to the recessed portions. With the original chain, hook, and ceiling canopy all in very good condition. With period sockets. An exemplary and rare example from the firm’s turtle-back series displaying refined proportions and a superb glass selection in excellent original condition.
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.