L2975
Rare American Durand Art Glass Amber Crackle Table Lamp Base
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DETAILS
Of triple gourd shape, this is a rare lamp base in both its shape and decoration with a blue banded, pulled feather design and Egyptian or Moorish crackle finish.
MAKER
Attributed to Durand Art Glass (Vineland, NJ, 1924-31)
The Durands were originally from Baccarat, France where they worked for the renowned Cristalleries de Baccarat before moving to the United States in the late 19th century. Durand Art Glass Shop was established as a division of Vineland Flint Glass Works in 1924. After the closure of the Quezal factory in 1924, many of the former employees were hired by Durand and Quezal's influence can be seen in many of the designs.
The Durands were originally from Baccarat, France where they worked for the renowned Cristalleries de Baccarat before moving to the United States in the late 19th century. Durand Art Glass Shop was established as a division of Vineland Flint Glass Works in 1924. After the closure of the Quezal factory in 1924, many of the former employees were hired by Durand and Quezal's influence can be seen in many of the designs.
MARKS
Unsigned as usual.
LITERATURE
Edward J. Meschi, Durand: The Man and His Glass, p. 101, #444. A similarly decorated vase is illustrated but the banded color is different.
PERIOD
Early 20th century
DATE
1924-31
DIMENSIONS
Width 8.5 Depth 8.5 Height 11.5 inches
CONDITION
Note: the glass is in mint condition and the original brass fitting is on the bottom. The top riser with two sockets has been replaced with a single socket.
