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To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Materials
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Product Details:
Item #: L-21482
Artist: Tiffany Studios New York
Country: United States
Circa: 1910
Dimensions: 34" height, 16" diameter
Materials: Bronze, Glass
Literature: Duncan, Alastair, and Tiffany Studios (New York, N.Y.). 2007. Tiffany Lamps and Metalware : An Illustrated Reference to over 2000 Models. 1st ed. Woodbridge: Antique Collector’s Club. p. 268 no. 1038
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