A Rene Lalique "Cardamine" lamp
Introduced 1928
Engraved script signature: R. Lalique France at base of standard
Model 2164, the molded frosted glass box shade of rectangular outline raised on a rectangular flat support intaglio molded with stylized watercress scrolls and raised on a sloping rectangular silvered metal base, electrified
Height overall 17.4"; Height of shade 5.13"; Width of shade 10.5"; Depth 4.25"
Literature: cf. Felix Marcilhac, "R. Lalique, Catalogue raisonne de l'oeuvre de verre", Les editions de l'Amateur, Paris, ref. no. 2164, p. 112, for period photo
N. M. Dawes, "Lalique Glass", New York, 1986, p. 76

In very good condition overall with a shallow 1/4" polished chip to underside of one corner of shade (not visible when in place), and two shallow 1/4" chips around one hole at top of shade which are covered by the nut, dirty marks, and a few minor scuffs to shade. Heavy losses and scratches to silver patina on base. Dirt and dust in crevasses between metal and glass. Lamp has been rewired. Wiring should be checked by a qualified electrician prior to use. Moran's does not guarantee the working condition of electronic equipment. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.