Stained Glass Table Lamp with Floral Shade and Figural Three Graces Base
Decorative Art; Table Lamp • In the style of Tiffany Studios; Likely a high-quality commercial reproduction
Style & Movement
Art Nouveau Revival; Tiffany Style
Medium & Technique
Stained glass (copper foil technique), patinated cast metal (possibly spelter or bronze), and electrical components
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Revival Period)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24-28 inches in height; Vertical/Statuesque format
Subject Description
The lamp features a bell-shaped shade with an apron bottom, decorated with yellow and orange floral patterns (reminiscent of Laburnum or Nasturtium) against a blue and green background. The base is a classical figural composition depicting the Three Graces or muses standing back-to-back on an ornate acanthus-leaf pedestal.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; The glass appears intact with no visible major cracks typical of older leaded glass. The metal base shows a consistent artificial patina.
Estimated Market Value
$250 - $450
Auction Estimate
$150 - $300
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired through a high-end decorative retailer or estate sale. Lack of visible numbering or specific markings suggests modern production rather than early 20th-century original.
Art Historical Significance
A decorative homage to the Gilded Age aesthetic. While not an original Louis Comfort Tiffany work, it represents the enduring cultural impact of the Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company's techniques and the late 20th-century resurgence of Art Nouveau in interior design.
Notable Features
Hand-cut glass pieces assembled with copper foil; a highly detailed sculptural base that deviates from standard Tiffany-style geometric bases, adding a neoclassical flair.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust; potential age-related wear to the electrical cord; slight oxidation possible on the metal joins of the stained glass.
Conservation Recommendations
Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth; professional rewiring if the cord shows signs of brittleness; use of low-heat LED bulbs to prevent heat-stress cracking of the glass panels.