PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Fontaine’s Auction Gallery’s two-day auction on September 24 and 25 was bursting at the seams with fine and luxurious items, and Tiffany Studios was the star of the show.

The top lot of the auction came early in the first day with a circa-1905 Tiffany Studios Poppy table lamp featuring vibrant red poppies surrounded by blue and yellow background glass, which made $93,750. It was followed closely by a circa-1910 Peony Border chandelier that sold for $87,500.

The parade of Tiffany lamps continued for hours with highlights such as a Dragonfly table lamp in sky blue and spring green leaded glass that realized $81,250; another Dragonfly lamp, this one in yellow and amber glass, for $62,500; and a Woodbine table lamp, made with high-end confetti glass and having an unusual Crutch Oval base, which earned $75,000.

The second day of the auction was far-ranging, featuring traditional American furniture, jewelry, fine art and even more decorative objects. Flouting the oft-repeated warning in the antiques trade that furniture is soft, several pieces performed well above their estimates, including an American figural carved oak library table that more than doubled its high estimate to hit $15,000. The table was in fine refinished condition overall and featured a carved nude woman on each end, acanthus leaves and scrollwork.

Rounding out the auction was an Aesthetic Movement gilt brass stand that brought $9,375, well above its $600-$800 estimate.

Fontaine’s Auction Gallery is actively seeking quality items for all upcoming auctions. The firm will buy outright or accept on consignment. Call 413-448-8922 and ask to speak with John Fontaine, or you can email Fontaine at info@fontainesauction.com. For more information, visit www.FontainesAuction.com.

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