New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.

Desk Lamp

Manufacturer Tiffany Studios (American, 1902-1932)

Dateca. 1902-1906

MediumBronze

DimensionsOverall: 9 in. (22.9 cm)

ClassificationsDecorative arts

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number83.458

Terms

Zodiac
Art Nouveau
New York

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DescriptionBronze shade decorated with primative designs rudely modeled. The Zodiac signs are carved in low relief on medallions formed by interlacing band ornament. The shade is suspended between a U-shaped bracket on a baluster shaped stem mounted on an oval convex base. There are traces of gilding on the base and shade.