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.
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Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1906 by Coles & Fryer, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, has three smaller flower holders around the outside, and a larger central flower holder. The epergne measures 8.5"(21.5cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 7.3 troy ounces.
£695
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.
£1,275
Made circa 1880, this striking, Victorian, Antique Silver Plate 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
Made circa 1815, this very attractive, Regency Period, Antique Old Sheffield Plate Epergne, features 4 side glass bowls a larger central glass bowl, and an ornate frame. The epergne measures 12"(30.5cm) tall, by 20"(51cm) wide, by 19.5"(49.5cm) deep.
£2,975
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1907, this attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is i the Art Nouveau taste, with a central larger vase, and 3 smaller side vases, all with pierced detailing around the rim. The epergne measures 15"(38cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) wide, by 9.5"(24cm) deep, and weighs 33 troy ounces.
£3,795
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
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
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1873 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this stylish, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece, is modelled as a gentleman holding a greyhound and standing under a palm tree. The centrepiece measures 18"(46cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) wide, by 15.5"(39.5cm) deep, and the silver weighs 92.9 troy ounces.
£9,975
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1910 by Elkington & Co., this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Épergne, is a fine reproduction of a George II period Rococo design example, featuring 4 removable round side dishes, and a larger oval basket to the centre. The epergne measures 14"(36cm) tall, by 19"(48cm) wide, by 16.5"(42cm) deep, and weighs 112 troy ounces.
£12,750
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
Hallmarked in London in 1892 by D. & J. Wellby, this impressive, nine basket, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is a fine example of Adam style design, featuring pierced work throughout, neoclassical decoration, four round baskets, four oval baskets and a larger oval basket on the top. The epergne measures 15"(38cm) tall, by 20"(51cm) wide, by 18"(46cm) deep and weighs 119.5 troy ounces.
£26,975
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
Hallmarked in London in 1790 by Thomas Pitts, this attractive, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the Neoclassical style, standing on four ball and claw feet, and featuring cast, pierced and engraved decoration throughout, with 8 smaller oval side dishes, and a larger oval dish to the centre. The epergne measures 16.25"(41.5cm) tall, by 27.5"(70cm) wide, by 23"(58.5cm) deep and weighs 105.75 troy ounces.
£34,975