Chandelier
This delicate and graceful chandelier is distinguished by twelve golden Favrile shades, which Tiffany described as "blossom globes." Twisted and scrolled filigree and small bronze balls suspended from chains of varying length between the glass "lilies" contribute to the exoticism of the piece. The chandelier originally graced the New York townhouse of New York Mayor Hugh J. Grant (1857-1910).
Artwork Details
- Title: Chandelier
- Designer: Designed by Louis C. Tiffany (American, New York 1848–1933 New York)
- Manufacturer: Attributed to Tiffany Studios (1902–32) or
- Maker: Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company (American, 1892–1902)
- Date: ca. 1900–1910
- Geography: Made in New York, New York, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Leaded opalescent glass, metal
- Dimensions: H. 19 1/8 in. (48.6 cm); Diam. 20 1/2 in. (52.1 cm)
- Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh J. Grant, 1974
- Object Number: 1974.214.1a–ii
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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