Robert W. Skinner, Inc., Bolton, MA, March 20, 1982, lot 89

Janet Zapata, The Jewelry and Enamels of Louis Comfort Tiffany, New York, 1993, p. 53 (for a related enameled copper box)
John Loring, Louis Comfort Tiffany at Tiffany & Co., New York, 2002, p. 126 (for the model in enameled copper)
Martin Eidelberg, Tiffany Favrile Pottery and the Quest of Beauty, New York, 2010, pp. 34, 40 and 90, no. 140 (for the model)

Overall in very good condition. This object has been examined under black light and there is no evidence of prior restoration. With fine crazing throughout and minor surface imperfections and variations to the glaze, all inherent to the production. With light rubbing and surface soiling to the upper branch surmounting the cover, consistent with age and gentle handling. The interior recessed rim of the cover with four minute edge indentations; as these are evenly spaced around the perimeter it is likely that they are stilt marks from the production process—they appear quite old judging from their soiled surfaces. A very handsome object displaying a beautiful and well-varied glaze. The background tonality of the covered jar is a pale green and is stronger in coloration than seen in the catalogue illustration which is over-exposed and slightly too white.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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