Originating in France in the 17th Century, the epergne is first seen in the UK from around 1720. Originally used as a centrepiece at the dinner table to serve food and save space, later variations added more decorative elements, such as vases for flowers and holders for candles. Larger 18th century examples are rare, with specialist makers such as Thomas and William Pitts being highly sought after.
Hallmarked In 1911
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1911 by Walker & Hall, this Handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, features pierced decoration, four ball feet, and three trumpet vases. The epergne measures 13.25"(34cm) tall, by 9.75"(25cm) wide, and weighs 16.6 troy ounces.
£1,075
ADD TO BASKET MORE PHOTOSMade Circa 1880
Made circa 1880, this striking, Victorian, Antique Silver Plated Centrepiece, stands on Ram horn legs, and features a varicoloured glass dish and trumpet vase. The centrepiece measures 22"(56cm) tall, by 17"(43.5cm) wide, by 9"(23cm) deep.
£2,275
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Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1910 by Mappin & Webb, this stunning, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the naturalistic style, and is usually found in silver plate. The epergne measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 20"(51cm) wide, by 11"(28cm) deep, and weighs 35.5 troy ounces.
£3,975
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Hallmarked in London in 1876 by Stephen Smith, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, features a circular glass dish to the mid point, a trumpet shaped glass vase, ornate decoration to the body and cast and applied acanthus detailed feet. The epergne measures 21"(53cm) tall, by 10.75"(27cm) in diameter.
£4,750
ADD TO BASKET MORE PHOTOSMade Circa 1880
Made Circa 1880, this striking and large, Antique Silver Plated Centrepiece, features ornate decoration on the feet and the arms, a central large glass dish, and four smaller side glass dishes. The epergne measures 27.5"(70cm) tall, by 21"(53cm) wide and deep.
£5,675
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Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1909 by John & William Deakin, this stylish, Art Nouveau, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne or Centrepiece is very large, just the thing for a big dining room, and features a central trumpet vase and three hanging baskets. The epergne measures 24"(61cm) tall, by 15"(38cm) in diameter and weighs 117 troy ounces.
£7,975
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Hallmarked in London in 1850 by Joseph & Albert Savory, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece, stands on a triangular base, and features acanthus decoration throughout, a central cut glass bowl, an engraved coat of arms and space for three candles. The centrepiece measures 15"(38.5cm) tall, by 15"(38.5cm) wide and deep and weighs 60.46 troy ounces without the glass.
£8,750
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Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1856 by Elkington & Co., this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the naturalistic style, with grape and vine decoration, three candle holders, and a glass dish to the centre. The epergne measures 26.75"(68cm) tall, by 15"(38cm) in spread, and without the glass dish weighs 109.8 troy ounces.
£9,250
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Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1873 by Fenton Brothers Ltd., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece and Suite of 8 Dishes, features wonderfully ornate decoration throughout. The centrepiece features a glass vase for flowers, and measures 19.75"(50cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) in diameter, each of the four oval dishes measure 4"(10cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) wide, by 7.5"(19cm) deep, and each of the four round dishes measure 5.25"(13cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) in diameter. The total silver weight is 133.7 troy ounces.
£17,950
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Hallmarked in London in 1793 by Henry Green, this wonderful, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the neoclassical style, and has four removable round bowls, two smaller removable oval bowls, and a larger oval bowl to the centre. The epergne measures 17.75"(45cm) tall, by 26"(66cm) wide, by 19"(48cm) deep and weighs 96 troy ounces.
£29,750
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