Tiffany Style Lighting Appraisal

Tiffany-Style Stained Glass Table Lamp

This is a Tiffany-style stained glass table lamp, characterized by its intricately pieced glass shade and dark-toned base. The shade features a domed or bell shape, constructed from numerous individual pieces of colored glass joined together by lead or copper foil soldering. The color palette of the shade is notably rich, with a primary motif of light cream or off-white glass segments forming vertical stripes in the upper section, interspersed with strips of amber or light orange glass. Below this, there's a vibrant band depicting a floral or foliage pattern, with prominent sections of opaque green for leaves, lighter pinks or purples for blossoms, and additional amber rectangular accents that might represent light sources or highlights within the design. The soldering lines are dark, providing a strong definition to each glass piece. The base of the lamp appears to be made of a dark metal, possibly bronze, cast iron, or a resin composite with a metallic finish, featuring a fluted or ribbed design on the circular foot for decorative texture. The central column of the base is turned or molded, showing a classic, somewhat ornate profile, tapering upwards to meet the shade. A dark finial at the apex of the shade complements the base. The lamp appears to be in good overall condition, with no immediately visible cracks or significant damage to the stained glass, and the base seems stable. This type of lamp typically draws inspiration from the Art Nouveau era (late 19th to early 20th century), popularized by Louis Comfort Tiffany, though this specific piece is likely a more contemporary reproduction or homage (estimated mid-to-late 20th century or 21st century) given the widespread availability of such designs. The quality of the glass work and the finish of the base suggest a decent level of craftsmanship, indicative of decorative home lighting.