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914
$172,500.00

TIFFANY STUDIOS FISH LAMP. An extremely rare and important Tiffany Favrile and bronze fish lamp. A pumpkin base supports the shade, which is decorated with five fish in heavily mottled glass. The eyes of each fish are constructed of a striated/confetti type glass to give them a realistic appearance. The gills and tails have a network of filigree overlay to distinguish each fish as a separate subject against the blue to green rippled glass background that represents the water. The fish appear to be swimming in a bed of seaweed, which is represented by many shades of green and amber. The organic formed pumpkin shaped base has five arms and a single conversion socket that illuminates the shade perfectly. Keeping with the organic form, the bottom of the base is gracefully contoured to be reminiscent of lily pads. Adding to the magnificence of this wonderful piece is the stunning, allover green-brown patina on both shade and base. Shade is signed Tiffany Studios New York with a small early tag. Base is signed “Tiffany Studios New York 290”. SIZE: Shade is 16 in. dia. Overall height is 17-1/2 in. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 5-71715 (125,000-150,000)


Auction: Lamp & Glass - Spring 2005
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