This is a rare Chimney shaped Quezal art glass shape in a heavy gold leaf and vine pattern. The 5" shade has stunning magenta iridescence. The name "Quezal" is engraved on the fitter rim, which is 2.25". The shade has no cracks, chips or flakes and is in excellent condition.
Although manufactured by Steuben and designed by Frederick Carder during the Art Nouveau period, this white pulled feather over a bronze gold aurene glass shade has a definite Victorian feel to it. 5 1/2" high, with a standard 2 1/4" fitter, the glass when tapped, "chimes" like fine crystal. On the fitter rim, however, there is some roughness and a minor, shallow chip. Both of these issues will be hidden when the shade is placed in a fixture. However, for the sake of accuracy ...click for details
