Tiffany Studios "Bookmark" Bronze Thermometer
Tiffany Studios "Bookmark" Bronze Thermometer
circa 1905-1920, American
Tiffany Studios bronze thermometer in the "bookmark" pattern, designed by Louis C. Tiffany (American, NY 1848-1933). Marked on verso "Tiffany Studios New York 1018".
Cataloguer's Notes:
Inspired by the colophon of a historic printer, Louis Comfort Tiffany originally created his "bookmark" pattern as a decorative feature for the New York City library of his friend, Robert W. de Forest. In 1897, Tiffany's firm introduced this subject as a prominent ornamental motif within their design installations for the Chicago Public Library.
For similar, see "The MET Object No. 1993.314.15, Curatorial Department: The American Wing, designed by Louis C. Tiffany".
H 9" x W 3.25"
Condition
Good antique condition with an intact thermometer. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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Tiffany Studios "Bookmark" Bronze Thermometer
circa 1905-1920, American
Tiffany Studios bronze thermometer in the "bookmark" pattern, designed by Louis C. Tiffany (American, NY 1848-1933). Marked on verso "Tiffany Studios New York 1018".
Cataloguer's Notes:
Inspired by the colophon of a historic printer, Louis Comfort Tiffany originally created his "bookmark" pattern as a decorative feature for the New York City library of his friend, Robert W. de Forest. In 1897, Tiffany's firm introduced this subject as a prominent ornamental motif within their design installations for the Chicago Public Library.
For similar, see "The MET Object No. 1993.314.15, Curatorial Department: The American Wing, designed by Louis C. Tiffany".
H 9" x W 3.25"
Condition
Good antique condition with an intact thermometer. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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$50,000.00
22% above
$50,000.00