Tiffany Studios New York Pair of "Caged Lantern" Sconces
Regular price
$85,000
This refined pair of caged lantern sconces features leaf-shaped backplates adorned with elegant palmette hooks. The heat caps are encircled by a decorative frieze of flame-like palmettes, adding a dynamic sense of movement to the design. Each yellow mottled glass shade is accented with a circular turtleback tile at its base, offering a richly textured contrast. The interplay of organic motifs and jewel-like glass reflects the influence of both nature and craftsmanship. Together, these elements create a harmonious balance of form and ornamentation.
Item #: L-21957
Artist: Tiffany Studios New York
Country: United States
Circa: 1900
Dimensions: 16.5" height, 8.25" width, 11.5" deep.
Materials: Bronze, Favrile Glass
Provenance: John W. Graham residence, Maerex-on-the-Hill, Springfield, PA
Item #: L-21957
Artist: Tiffany Studios New York
Country: United States
Circa: 1900
Dimensions: 16.5" height, 8.25" width, 11.5" deep.
Materials: Bronze, Favrile Glass
Provenance: John W. Graham residence, Maerex-on-the-Hill, Springfield, PA
In the 19th century, wall-mounted gas lanterns played a crucial role in transforming urban and domestic lighting. Installed along streets, building façades, and entrances, they provided a steady, reliable source of illumination that extended activity and social life well into the evening. Their warm, flickering light not only enhanced safety by reducing accidents and crime but also lent an inviting atmosphere to public thoroughfares and private homes alike. Over time, these lanterns came to symbolize modern progress and urban sophistication, marking a significant step in the evolution from candlelight to electric illumination.
In the 19th century, wall-mounted gas lanterns played a crucial role in transforming urban and domestic lighting. Installed along streets, building façades, and entrances, they provided a steady, reliable source of illumination that extended activity and social life well into the evening. Their warm, flickering light not only enhanced safety by reducing accidents and crime but also lent an inviting atmosphere to public thoroughfares and private homes alike. Over time, these lanterns came to symbolize modern progress and urban sophistication, marking a significant step in the evolution from candlelight to electric illumination.
