TIFFANY STUDIOS | "WOODBINE" CHANDELIER
Property of a Distinguished Collector
TIFFANY STUDIOS
"WOODBINE" CHANDELIER
circa 1905-1910
leaded glass, patinated bronze
shade impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/609-2
55 in. (141 cm) drop
25 in. (63.5 cm) diameter of shade
Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition. When viewed firsthand, the shade displays with stunning green and blue coloration, including ultramarine, cerulean blue, cool grey-blue, turquoise, emerald and apple green. The shade with approximately 33 cracks dispersed throughout which have been recently sensitively stabilized by a professional glass conservator, all stable and not visually distracting. The shade with some extremely minor traces of surface soiling concentrated to the contours adjacent to the leadlines, consistent with age. The leading in select areas concentrated to the lattice skirt have been sensitively stabilized by a professional Tiffany conservator. One leaf tile in the skirt has been sensitively replaced with well-matched period Tiffany glass. With a period socket cluster with replaced sockets retaining their period casings. With a replaced bronze rod and canopy in very good condition. With period chains and in very good condition with some light wear and oxidation. A striking and very elegant chandelier with rich coloration.
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.
Provenance:
Christie's New York, November 21, 1987, lot 213
Acquired from the above by the present owner
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Property of a Distinguished Collector
TIFFANY STUDIOS
"WOODBINE" CHANDELIER
circa 1905-1910
leaded glass, patinated bronze
shade impressed TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/609-2
55 in. (141 cm) drop
25 in. (63.5 cm) diameter of shade
Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition. When viewed firsthand, the shade displays with stunning green and blue coloration, including ultramarine, cerulean blue, cool grey-blue, turquoise, emerald and apple green. The shade with approximately 33 cracks dispersed throughout which have been recently sensitively stabilized by a professional glass conservator, all stable and not visually distracting. The shade with some extremely minor traces of surface soiling concentrated to the contours adjacent to the leadlines, consistent with age. The leading in select areas concentrated to the lattice skirt have been sensitively stabilized by a professional Tiffany conservator. One leaf tile in the skirt has been sensitively replaced with well-matched period Tiffany glass. With a period socket cluster with replaced sockets retaining their period casings. With a replaced bronze rod and canopy in very good condition. With period chains and in very good condition with some light wear and oxidation. A striking and very elegant chandelier with rich coloration.
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.
Provenance:
Christie's New York, November 21, 1987, lot 213
Acquired from the above by the present owner
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