Featured Tiffany-era ceiling lamp globe?

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Grateful, Jan 4, 2020.

  1. Grateful

    Grateful Well-Known Member

    Forever-and-a-day, my Mother always referred to this as a Tiffany-era lamp globe. She removed from my Grandmother's home prior to selling it (right down to the hanging hardware) around 1970, I'm guessing. I recall it as a child, and am now in my late 50's. In putting away Christmas items, I came across it again, and thought I'd ask your opinion on in. My Mother had packed away the hardware and displayed the globe upside down with her prized possessions. Any thoughts on its origin, whether the hardware & globe started out together, etc. Just any info, in general. Globe is 5" high w/ diameter of 5.5." Globe has no chips, scratches, etc. Just the single dark dot seen in one of the photos.

    Base is marked "Made in USA" and "Pat'd SEP. 23.90"
    Mid-section of hardware is a little tough to make out, but I think it's "P.T.D. June 13. 99", and second line "56 CP 250V" Two obvious dents on either side of the bell-
    shaped thing.

    A penny for your thoughts, because as always, space is at somewhat of a premium....TIA

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  2. antidiem

    antidiem Well-Known Member

    It's beautiful and appears that is the correct hardware for the globe.
     
  3. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    Agree, and stunning glass. I would definitely continue to research this so you know what you have. Hopefully someone here can help.
     
  4. sabre123

    sabre123 Well-Known Member

    I can't comment on the glass other than, it's very pretty..

    56 CP 250V

    Back then, they used to measure 'watts' by candle power, hence the "CP"

    Perkins was very well known in the lamps/lighting world and this particular piece is very pretty. People buy just those 'fat boy' light sockets.

    That fitter ring could be described as a 'fancy' type with the pattern on it. However, I wouldn't be hanging that globe off there in its present state. It should be mounted above the bubble on the end of the socket to prevent it from falling to the floor.

    The canopy has a dent, but nothing terrible. All of the brass is in excellent condition and is very handsome.
     
  5. Sandra

    Sandra Well-Known Member

    You might use the search term - pulled feather - when researching the globe. Several companies produced this style of art glass, you may find an identified match for yours.
     
  6. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    Love it, Grateful.
     
  7. wiscbirddog

    wiscbirddog Well-Known Member

  8. gregsglass

    gregsglass Well-Known Member

    Hi,
    I was going to say try Quezal they are famous for their pulled feather globes.
    greg
     
  9. cxgirl

    cxgirl Well-Known Member

    Beautiful piece:) My first thought was Quezal, but other companies did the pattern too, all with slight differences in the pattern. I don't know if Steuben did this shape, but it might be worth contacting these folks to see if it is Steuben. They are good at responding to requests for help even if it isn't Steuben:)
    http://www.cardersteubenclub.com/index.cfm
     
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  10. blooey

    blooey Well-Known Member

    It does look like a piece of Quezal
     
  11. Grateful

    Grateful Well-Known Member

    Being a "science person", I should have figured out the CP, but thanks for humbling me. AND, I now know the 'bell-shaped thingy" is called a canopy. Thanks for the information.
     
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  12. blooey

    blooey Well-Known Member

    Always good to learn something new! Thanks!
     
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  13. Grateful

    Grateful Well-Known Member

    Thanks one and all. I continue to be amazed and humbled by the breath and depth of expertise on this board. I have learned so much!
     
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  14. J Dagger

    J Dagger Well-Known Member

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  15. Grateful

    Grateful Well-Known Member

    Thanks - all the credit goes to my Mother for taking it down. I only get credit for keeping it safe since she passed. Looks like it's time to take out of its box and display it like she did.
     
  16. verybrad

    verybrad Well-Known Member

    Another vote for Quezal but would not say definitive. Have you checked the shade flange for marks?
     
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  17. J Dagger

    J Dagger Well-Known Member

    Much credit to her!!!! My pépère was a glass worker. He made an awesome door with stained glass panels for the front of his house. Also a lamp shade for above the dinner table. When my mémère sold the house after he passed those pieces were left there. I've always really wanted to own them as an adult. I assume the new owners probably discarded them by now. I should drive over there some day and knock on the door. Maybe the stuff he made is sitting in the basement somewhere. My dad didn't care enough to take them himself when it all went down. You're lucky your mom made that effort!
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  18. Lucille.b

    Lucille.b Well-Known Member

    I say for it, J. Dagger. Drive over there! Can't hurt. :happy:
     
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  19. Grateful

    Grateful Well-Known Member

    Yes, and no luck there...
     
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  20. Grateful

    Grateful Well-Known Member

    I'd be there in a heartbeat, especially if it's a short drive. I tracked down the individual who made a beautiful piece of pottery my parents had purchased through the power of Facebook...in less than 10 minutes!! I simply went to the FB page for the town the retired in, posted a pic of the piece with an explanation, and several individuals found her AND even sent a photo of her she let them take.

    Put your mind to rest, either way, IMHO.
     
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