Tiffany Studios, Abalone Bronze Inkstand

New York, early 20th century, bronze with gilt patina and abalone shell discs, the patterns consisting of stylized vines, leaves, and grapes, intertwined with etched linear motifs, impressed with model number "TIFFANY STUDIOS / NEW YORK / 1157" to the underside.

Literature:
Duncan, Alastair. Tiffany Lamps and Metalware: An illustrated reference to over 2000 models. 2007, pages 470-472 (illustration nos 1855-1858).

Kemeny and Miller, Tiffany Desk Treasures: A Collector's Guide, pages 49-50.

Lacking glass insert; surface rubbing and wear to the gilt.

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