Tiffany Studios
American, Early 20th Century
Nautilus Table Lamp, c. 1905
with a Mermaid base cast from a model by Louis Gudebrod
with a Mermaid base cast from a model by Louis Gudebrod
Sale 803 - Early 20th Century Design
Nov 17, 2020
2:00PM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$8,000 -
$12,000
Sold for $16,250
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Tiffany Studios
American, Early 20th Century
Nautilus Table Lamp, c. 1905
with a Mermaid base cast from a model by Louis Gudebrod
with a Mermaid base cast from a model by Louis Gudebrod
bronze, silvered bronze, shell
signed 'GUDEBRU'D and stamped 'TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK'
H 15 1/2 x W 4 3/4 x D 9 inches
Property from a Private Collector, Chicago, Illinois
Condition Report
Shade: No apparent cracks or chips. Color is consistent. There are two flea bite areas of discoloration to the shade on the top that appear to be consistent with the material and not damage. There is a 1/32 inch hole to one side of the shade that appears to be natural and not damage. The shade has possibly been replaced, Base: No apparent cracking or damage to speak of. Discoloration and wear to finish appears to be consistent with manufacturing process. Patina goes from dark green with areas of a redish color coming through throughout. This is more heavily visible in areas such as the chest. In working order.
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