Laburnum Table Lamp
Decorative art; stained glass and bronze table lamp • Modern maker unknown; after the original design by Louis Comfort Tiffany/Tiffany Studios (Clara Driscoll)
Style & Movement
Art Nouveau (Revival)
Medium & Technique
Leaded slag glass (copper foil technique/Tiffany method) and patinated cast bronze
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern reproduction in the style of 1900-1910)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 28-32 inches in height; circular domed shade with irregular border
Subject Description
Naturalistic 'Laburnum' (Golden Chain tree) motif featuring hanging clusters of yellow blossoms and green foliage; the base is a tree-trunk form with spreading roots
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the piece appears well-maintained with functional internal lighting
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500 (assuming high-quality modern studio reproduction)
Auction Estimate
$800 - $2,000
Provenance History
Likely acquired via secondary antique market or higher-end home decor boutique; no specific historical labels visible
Art Historical Significance
A representation of the iconic Tiffany Studios designs that defined the American Art Nouveau movement; while a later reproduction, it pays homage to the 'Nature as Muse' philosophy of the Gilded Age
Notable Features
Features an irregular 'scalloped' lower rim mimicking growing flowers; bird-shaped finial on top; organic 'Tree' base casting
Condition Issues
Minor patina oxidation on the bronze base; potential hairline cracks in individual glass tiles typical of leaded glass age; dust accumulation
Conservation Recommendations
Regular dusting with a soft cloth; avoid chemical cleaners on glass or bronze; professional rewiring if cords show fraying; maintain in a temperature-controlled environment