Tiffany Studios "Cypriote" Vase

Tiffany Studios
"Cypriote" Vase

circa 1896
Favrile glass
engraved L.C.T. Louis C. Tiffany D1908
3¾ in. (9.5 cm) high

Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition. When viewed firsthand, the vase displays an iridized dark amber yellow tone with a mottled white and gold surface which presents a vibrant magenta, green and blue iridescence in reflected light. As expected with the “Cypriote” technique, the exterior surfaces are wonderfully irregular and tactile with open air bubbles, particulate inclusions and irregularities which are inherent in the making. The glass surfaces throughout with scattered, very fine and light surface scratches consistent with age and gentle handling. The interior of the vase with traces of light surface soiling. The underside of the vase with minor traces of adhesive residue and remnants of an old paper label. The underside of the vase is applied with a Doros Collection accession number.

Provenance:
Shadow Hills Antiques, Santa Monica, California, 1991