Featuring 45 lamps from The Neustadt’s renowned collection, Tiffany or Tiphony? starts with a seemingly simple question—is a lamp genuine Tiffany or a deliciously deceptive Ti-phony? This exhibition sheds light on an unexpected tale of innovation, desire, and imitation. Exciting new research, careful comparison, and engaging interactive elements offer a fresh and fascinating perspective on these beloved artworks. By learning to look closely, visitors will uncover clues to the lamps’ true identities and discover why it’s important (and fun!) to spot a fake.
Tiffany or Ti-phony image credits:
Group of authentic and forgery Wisteria lamps, original design by Clara W. Driscoll (1861–1944) for Tiffany Studios, under the artistic direction of Louis C. Tiffany (1848–1933). Leaded glass, bronze. The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass, Queens, NY. Photo: David Schlegel.Pair of authentic and forgery Grape lamps, original design by Tiffany Studios under the artistic direction of Louis C. Tiffany (1848–1933). Leaded glass, bronze. The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass, Queens, NY. Photo: David Schlegel.Dragonfly Lampshade (detail), 1902–1910. Tiffany Studios, New York. Leaded glass, brass. The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass, Queens, NY. Photo: David Schlegel.Peacock Library Lamp, 1902–1910. Tiffany Studios, New York. Leaded glass, bronze with blown glass. The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass, Queens, NY. Photo: David Schlegel.
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