Question 1

Are Tiffany lamps and Tiffany jewelry related?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Tiffany lamps and Tiffany jewelry are related. 
Tiffany & Co. was established in Connecticut in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young. Charles had launched the company’s famed catalogue, the Blue Book, and, with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue in 1845. In 1853, Tiffany and Young shifted their focus to fine jewelry. At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. While Tiffany & Co. gained renown all over the world for its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver and other objects, its jewelry was also a highly sought-after indicator of status and taste. Upon Charles’s death in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany took over artistic direction for the brand. Earlier, in 1885, Louis had founded the Tiffany Glass Company, a glassmaking firm, that began producing the lamps commercially in 1895. It evolved into Tiffany Studios in 1902. Louis brought his decorative eye inspired by nature to the Tiffany stained-glass lamps as well as organic jewelry designs. Explore a large collection of Tiffany lamps and Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 2

How can you tell if a Tiffany lamp is valuable?

Accepted Answer

To tell if a Tiffany lamp is valuable, first examine its features carefully. Its age, base, glass pattern, glass quality and overall condition will all play a role in determining its value. After you have a feel for the characteristics of your piece, you can investigate what similar lamps have sold for in the past at auctions and on online platforms. Another way to learn the value of your lamp is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Tiffany lamps.

Question 3

How do I identify a Tiffany table lamp?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

How much is a Tiffany lamp worth?

Accepted Answer

A genuine Tiffany lamp is quite expensive. It can cost anywhere between $4,000 to well over $1 million depending on how big it is and what year it was made.

Question 5

How can I tell if a Tiffany lamp is real or not?

Accepted Answer

To tell if a Tiffany lamp is real, flip it over to reveal the base and pull up the cap. If you see a dull gray ring, you likely have an authentic lamp. Real Tiffany pieces feature a lead ring. Replicas usually use brass, zinc, painted metal, wood or plastic instead of lead. Find a variety of expertly vetted Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.

Question 6

How much does a Tiffany lamp cost?

Accepted Answer

A Tiffany lamp costs between $4,000 to $1 million, on average. The most expensive Tiffany lamp sold at auction for $2.8 million. These lamps are so expensive because they are handmade and not mass produced.

Question 7

Does Tiffany & Co. still make lamps?

Accepted Answer

No, Tiffany Studios no longer makes lamps. On the secondhand market, antique Tiffany Studios table lamps and other decorative glass objects are the most recognizable and prized of the manufactory’s works.

The hand-crafted kerosene and early electric lighting fixtures created at Tiffany Studios now rank among the most coveted decorative objects in the world. Tiffany designs of any kind are emblematic of taste and craftsmanship, and Tiffany glass refers to far more than stained-glass windows and decorative glass objects. The iconic multimedia studio’s offerings include stained-glass floor lamps, chandeliers and enameled metal vases.

The name Tiffany generally prompts thoughts of two things: splendid gifts in robin’s-egg blue boxes and exquisite stained glass. In 1837, Charles Lewis Tiffany co-founded the former — Tiffany & Co., one of America’s most prominent purveyors of luxury goods — while his son, Louis Comfort Tiffany, is responsible for exemplars of the latter.

Louis Comfort Tiffany was undoubtedly the most influential and accomplished American decorative artist in the decades that spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries. And while the lion’s share of credit for Tiffany Studios table lamps and other fixtures has gone to Louis, it was actually Clara Driscoll (1861–1944), an Ohio native and head of the Women’s Glass Cutting Department for 17 years, who was the genius behind the Tiffany lamps that are most avidly sought by today’s collectors.

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Question 8

Who makes the best Tiffany style lamps?

Accepted Answer

1stDibs sells a variety of high-quality Tiffany-style lamps at various price points. Some are from the mid-century modern movement and others are from the Art Deco period.

Question 9

Where is the Tiffany's from Breakfast at Tiffany's?

Accepted Answer

The Tiffany's from Breakfast at Tiffany's is in New York City, New York. Specifically, the featured store is the flagship location for the luxury jewelry maker located at 727 5th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. It opened its doors in 1940, 21 years before the release of Blake Edwards' film starring Audrey Hepburn. Shop a wide range of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 10

Can I sell my Tiffany jewelry back to Tiffany?

Accepted Answer

No, you generally can't sell your Tiffany jewelry back to Tiffany & Co. However, the American luxury jewelry maker does offer an exchange program that lets you turn in your Tiffany pieces for store credit that you can use to buy new jewelry available at Tiffany & Co. stores. You can also sell Tiffany jewelry locally and through online platforms. Explore a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 11

Why does Tiffany jewelry Say Return to Tiffany?

Accepted Answer

The iconic Tiffany key rings were inscribed with the message “Please Return to Tiffany & Co. New York” so that if separated the owner and key would be reunited at the fifth ave store.

Question 12

What is Tiffany known for?

Accepted Answer

Tiffany is primarily known for its exquisite, innovative jewelry. The acclaimed house earned an international reputation for fine silver and has also introduced a number of iconic jewelry designs during its more than 180-year history. They include the Tiffany T bangle, the Loving Heart pendant, the Tiffany Heart Tag charm bracelet and pendant, the Diamonds by the Yard pendant and more. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond’s sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs. Tiffany is also known for its partnerships with legendary designers such as Elsa Peretti, Jean Schlumberger and others. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

Question 13

What is Tiffany Novo?

Accepted Answer

Tiffany Novo is a line of engagement and wedding rings offered by Tiffany & Co. Since the line’s introduction, they have created many different designs under the Novo umbrella. You’ll find a collection of Tiffany Novo jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Who bought out Tiffany?

Accepted Answer

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE bought out Tiffany & Co. The transaction took place in January 2021, with LVMH paying $15.8 billion for the luxury fashion house. At the time, LVMH already owned numerous luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Bulgari, Givenchy and Celine. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

Question 15

When was Tiffany's founded?

Accepted Answer

Tiffany's was founded in 1837. The firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a "stationery and fancy goods emporium" at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany shifted the focus to fine jewelry. Explore a large collection of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 16

Why is Tiffany so expensive?

Accepted Answer

Tiffany pieces are so expensive because the brand is one of the first luxury jewelry houses in America. The pieces are made with extremely high quality metals and gemstones. Plus, since the brand's inception in 1837, Tiffany has created an image associated with sophistication and exclusivity, which is part of the reason the celebrity following is so big.

Question 17

What is Peretti at Tiffany?

Accepted Answer

At Tiffany, Peretti is a line of jewelry created by designer Elsa Peretti. In 1974, she signed an exclusive contract with the American luxury jewelry maker. Peretti's simple but sophisticated designs elevated sterling silver, previously considered unsuitable for fine jewelry, and created an enthusiastic young audience for Tiffany's offerings. In 1977, Peretti's designs earned the jewelry house more than $6 million. Some of her best-known designs for Tiffany & Co. include the Teardrop collection, the Diamonds by the Yard necklace, and the Open Heart ring. On 1stDibs, find Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. jewelry for sale.

Question 18

Where was the Tiffany studio?

Accepted Answer

The original Tiffany studio was in the borough of Queens in New York, New York. Specifically, Louis Comfort Tiffany established his workshop a t96-18 43rd Avenue in the Corona neighborhood. You'll find a variety of Louis Comfort Tiffany furniture, art and jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is the Tiffany T collection?

Accepted Answer

Tiffany & Co. started making designs that feature the iconic T motif in the 1980s. Different collections have been born from this motif and represented in different ways. Today the T collection has become the signature of this luxe jewelry brand. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Tiffany jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is Tiffany Favrile?

Accepted Answer

Tiffany Favrile is a type of art glass invented by Louis Comfort Tiffany. It involves applying pigments to glass and firing them at high temperatures to add permanent iridescent color. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Tiffany Favrile decorative objects.

Lamps By Tiffany

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Gilt Bronze Harp Desk Lamp, circa 1910

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Three-Light Lily Table Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Two-Light Table Lamp, Circa 1910

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Harp Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Counterbalance Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Harp Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Harp Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Harp Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Desk Lamp

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Counterbalance Floor Lamp, Circa 1910

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Linenfold Harp Floor Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Counterbalance Floor Lamp, Circa 1910

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Counterbalance Floor Lamp, Circa 1910

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Tiffany Studios Bronze Harp Floor Lamp With Damascene Favrile Glass Shade

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York "Newell Post" Favrile Glass Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Harp" Desk Lamp

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Tiffany Studios Greek Key Floor Lamp

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York "Jonquil Daffodil" Table Lamp

Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York "Nasturtium" Table Lamp

Late 20th Century American Table Lamps

Vintage Boho Dragonfly Glass Lamp After Tiffany

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York "Apple Blossom" Table Lamp

Vintage 1910s American Regency Table Lamps

Tiffany Bronze and Black Marble Lamp Signed circa 1910

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios New York "Gentian" Flared Table Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Candle Lamps

Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Candle Lamp

Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Table Lamps

French Silvered Bronze Ewer Table Lamp Retailed by Tiffany

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Mid-Century German Tiffany Glass Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer, 1960s

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Mid-Century German Tiffany Glass Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer, 1960s

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Mid-Century German Tiffany Glass Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer, 1960s

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Arts and Crafts Kerosene Table Bronze Lamp with Mica Shade by Bradley & Hubbard

20th Century Books

Elton John Sotheby's Sale 1988 Four-Volume Catalogue(Book)

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Paperweights

American Art Nouveau Swirl Paperweight by, Tiffany Studios

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Tiffany & Co. Antique Victorian Silverplate Table Cigar Lighter

21st Century and Contemporary Books

The Lamps of Louis Comfort Tiffany Book by Martin, Alice Cooney, Nancy & Lars

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

"Student`s Lamp" by Tiffany

20th Century American Table Lamps

Tiffany Style Leaded Glass Table Lamp by Bradley & Hubbard

Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

Tiffany Studios Glass Lamp, Arrowroot or Arrowhead Table Lamp

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Pair of Rock Candy Table Lamps by Swank Lighting in Tiffany Box Blue

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Acorn Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Telescopic Desk Lamp by Tiffany Studios

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps