Late 19th Century Silvered Epergnes With Cut Glass Bowls and Tops by Christofle - a Pair

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Pair of late 19th century silvered epergnes/centerpieces with cut glass bowls and tops by Christofle, France

By: Christofle
Material: silver, … Read more Pair of late 19th century silvered epergnes/centerpieces with cut glass bowls and tops by Christofle, France

By: Christofle
Material: silver, silver plate, metal, bronze, copper, crystal, glass, cut glass, tin
Technique: cast, molded, polished, metalwork, silvered, plated, pressed, hand-crafted. etched
Dimensions: 6.5 in x 15.75 in
Date: late 19th century, circa 1880
Style: Neoclassicism, Empire
Place of origin: France

A refined pair of late-19th-century silvered epergnes by Christofle, produced in France circa 1880, in the Neoclassical taste. Each centerpiece rises from a tripod base formed by stylized branching supports terminating in scroll-like feet, interwoven with sculptural vegetal motifs rendered in high relief. Layered leaves and sinuous stems encircle the lower structure, creating a dynamic interplay between naturalism and symmetry.

Above, a cut glass bowl with geometric patterning rests within the silvered framework, surmounted by a vertically faceted and etched glass trumpet that flares outward with controlled elegance. The contrast between the luminous glass and the silvered metal underscores the disciplined ornamentation characteristic of the Neoclassical aesthetic, where balance and clarity of line prevail. The underside bears the Christofle manufacturer’s mark along with a serial number, confirming its origin and production. See less