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Lot Description

Tiffany Studios

American, Early 20th Century

Eleven-Piece Grapevine Desk Set

bronze, favrile glass

each element stamped 'TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK'

Folding Picture Frame | H 9 1/2 X W 15 1/2 inches

Comprising a calendar frame, two picture frames, two small blotter ends, two large blotter ends, small inkwell, large inkwell, letter opener, and a small closed box

Condition Report

Overall good attractive condition. Both inkwells retain associated glass inserts. Two of the picture frames missing frame glass. Back of each picture frame shows various cracked elements, but appear stable and do not detract from the overall design. Letter opener shows substantial mis-shapping to tip. Multiple small indentations to tops of the four blotter ends. Scattered light scratches and finish discrepancies to all bronze element associated with normal age related use.

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