A Tiffany Studios 'Drop-Head Dragonfly' table lampcirca 1910The verdigris patinated leaded glass shade with 'jewel' cabochons on a verdigris-patinated twisted vine base surmounted by four-light cluster with Perkins electrolier sockets, with a 5in. wheel and original 5in. teardrop cap, shade stamped TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1507, base stamped TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 443. overall height 31in (78.75cm); diameter of shade 22in (56cm)Other Notes: The iconic Dragonfly shade was designed by Clara Driscoll who worked for Tiffany Studios from 1888-1909. A prolific and inovative designer, she also served as head of the Women's Glass Cutting Department.We would like to thank Paul Crist for his assistance in authenticating and cataloguing this piece.

Very good, clean condition overall.  Typical marks, scratches, rubbing and wear commensurate with age and use.  With tall riser, original 5in wheel and original 5in tear drop cap.  Glass elements in good overall condition.  All the slag glass pieces are Tiffany Studios glass.  Blue glass wings are commercial glass.  With one blue glass wing with a tight hairline crack and a yellow glass piece with a tight hairline crack.    Wiring is frayed.  With a new modern wire included but not attached.  Wiring should be checked by a qualified electrician prior to use.  Andrew Jones Auctions does not guarantee the workability or completeness of any electrical fixture. Such items which are unsuitable for connection are sold as items of interest or for display purposes only.  If you yourself do not have expertise regarding a Lot, you should consult an advisor or qualified electrician before connecting to power.   This Condition Report, which is for the use of the addressee only, is provided by Andrew Jones Auctions on behalf of the Seller free of charge. Andrew Jones Auctions is not entering into a contract with you in respect of the Condition Report and accordingly does not assume responsibility to you in respect of it, nor does the Seller owe or agree to owe you as a Bidder any obligation or duty with respect to this free report about the Lot. Andrew Jones Auctions Lots are sold "AS IS", with all faults, imperfections and possible adaptations or restorations. Condition Reports may not include all adaptations, alterations or faults. Our staff are not professional conservators or restorers. Illustrations and photographs contained in the Catalog or the Condition Report or elsewhere of any Lots are for identification purposes only. They may or may not reveal the true condition of the Lot. A photograph or illustration may or may not reflect an accurate reproduction of the color(s) of the Lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the auction and it is strongly advised that you or your agent do so to satisfy yourself as to each and every aspect of a Lot, including that it will be free from pests, mold, staining, its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, history, background, authenticity, style, period, age, suitability, measurements, quality, weight, origin, value and estimated selling price (including the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium). It is your responsibility to examine any Lot in which you are interested. It should be remembered that the actual condition of a Lot may not be as good as that indicated by its outward appearance. In particular, parts may have been replaced or renewed and Lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality; the inside of a Lot may not be visible and may not be original or may be damaged, as for example where it is covered by upholstery or material. Given the age of many Lots they may have been damaged and or repaired and you should not assume that a Lot is in good condition. Fine art frames are not included in the estimate or purchase price of a Lot. Andrew Jones Auctions accepts no liability for fine art frames. Electronic, electrical or mechanical parts may not operate or may not comply with current statutory requirements. You should not assume that electrical items designed to operate on mains electricity will be suitable for connection to the mains electricity supply and you should obtain a report from a qualified electrician on their status before doing so. Such items which are unsuitable for connection are sold as items of interest or for display purposes only. If you yourself do not have expertise regarding a Lot, you should consult an advisor.