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A parcel-gilt and electroplated epergnes suite by Elkington & Co.

Creator: Elkington & Co.
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
A parcel-gilt and electroplated epergnes suite by Elkington & Co.
English, Late Victorian, c.1880
Large centrepiece: height 19.5cm, width 28cm, depth 20cm
Case: height 37.5cm, width 51cm, depth 50cm

Crafted in parcel-gilt and electroplated silver, this stunning epergnes suite was made by the leading English firm Elkington & Co. in late Victorian London. The pieces are crafted in a magnificent Egyptian Revival style, most evident from the stunning sphinx mounts on the main pieces. The suite is comprised of a pair of large oval shaped epergnes that consist of leaf mounts, pierced and mounted with pairs of sphinxes that support cut-glass bowls.

The suite also comprises a set of four taller circular epergnes, that have similar sphinx mounts in trios, and which stand upon triangular bases, with beaded borders, chains, and paw feet, supporting a set of four bowls, also made of cut-glass. The epergnes are accompanied with four small glass vases in the form of standing putti, based on round fluted bases.

Artist/Maker: Elkington & Co.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Parcel-gilt, electroplated silver.
Creation Date:	1880
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	17125
Incollect Reference #:	598509

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.