Description
A quite magnificent Victorian centrepiece, known as an Epergne, with the three original hand-blown flutes clear glass rims and stems, and clear applied decoration spiralling around the exterior.
The base is made from silver plate, with the full makers mark for the well renowned, quality silversmith, James Deakin. The underside also retains the original fasteners marked "Sheffield".
The stand is exquisite with repousse decoration, all hand-chased. The two side flute holders are supported by an Egyptian revival Sphinx. The central holder comes out of a central classical urn, with the original engraved monogram to one side.
All in superb condition, this really is a show stopper! The base measures 10 3/4" x 4" and stands 16 1/2" tall.
Item ID: 35292
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Outstanding Antique English Silver Plate & Cranberry Glass Epergne c.1880
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
35292
Description
A quite magnificent Victorian centrepiece, known as an Epergne, with the three original hand-blown flutes clear glass rims and stems, and clear applied decoration spiralling around the exterior.
The base is made from silver plate, with the full makers mark for the well renowned, quality silversmith, James Deakin. The underside also retains the original fasteners marked "Sheffield".
The stand is exquisite with repousse decoration, all hand-chased. The two side flute holders are supported by an Egyptian revival Sphinx. The central holder comes out of a central classical urn, with the original engraved monogram to one side.
All in superb condition, this really is a show stopper! The base measures 10 3/4" x 4" and stands 16 1/2" tall.
Item ID: 35292
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 35292
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.