Chandelier

Louis C. Tiffany|Tiffany Studios|Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company

ca. 1900–1910 · Leaded opalescent glass, metal · The American Wing

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).

Artist

Louis C. Tiffany|Tiffany Studios|Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company

Date

ca. 1900–1910

Medium

Leaded opalescent glass, metal

Culture

American

Department

The American Wing

Credit line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh J. Grant, 1974