Edwardian English Sterling Silver Epergne or Centerpiece

This antique Edwardian sterling silver epergne or centerpiece has a plain, tapering form with a flared rim onto a bell shaped base.

The main flute is encompassed with a pierced decorated border below applied moulded decoration to the Chippendale style rim.

This Edwardian centerpiece is fitted with three plain scrolling sterling silver arms, each terminating with a circular receiver.

Each receiver holds one of the three original detachable fully hallmarked flutes, embellished with pierced decoration identical to that of the body.

The bell shaped base of this fine epergne unscrews from the feature flute.

The base of this Edwardian centerpiece has a pierced decorated flared foot, further ornamented with a Chippendale style border.

Condition
This antique silver epergne is a very good gauge of silver, fine quality and in excellent condition. The centrepiece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface and the base of the central flute, in addition to part hallmarks to the surface of the three supporting flutes are all very clear.

Dimensions
Height 45.5cm/17.5″
Width across flutes 29cm/11.4″
Diameter of base 19.5cm/7.7″

Total Weight
42 troy ounces/1306g

Maker: Sibray, Hall & Co (Charles Clement Pilling)
Origin: London, England
Date: 1904

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Item Ref. SKU: A3732